A1 Expression 비격식체

Masak sih?

Really? / For real?

Expressing mild skepticism or surprise.

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문화적 배경

The 'k' in 'Masak' is a hallmark of the Jakarta dialect. Using it makes you sound like you've lived in the capital. 'Masak sih?' is a way to disagree without being 'kasar' (rude). It keeps the harmony while expressing doubt. Young people often elongate the vowels to show extreme skepticism. It is a vital tool for bargaining. It tells the seller you know the real value of things.

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The Eyebrow Raise

To sound 100% native, raise one eyebrow when saying 'Masak sih?'. It adds that perfect level of skepticism.

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Watch the Tone

A flat tone can sound bored. Use a rising pitch to show you're actually interested in what the person said.

Expressing mild skepticism or surprise.

🎯

The Eyebrow Raise

To sound 100% native, raise one eyebrow when saying 'Masak sih?'. It adds that perfect level of skepticism.

⚠️

Watch the Tone

A flat tone can sound bored. Use a rising pitch to show you're actually interested in what the person said.

💬

The 'Sih' Factor

Never forget the 'sih'. Just saying 'Masak?' sounds too aggressive and blunt.

셀프 테스트

Choose the best response to the following statement: 'Aku baru saja melihat hantu di kamar mandi!'

A: Aku baru saja melihat hantu di kamar mandi! B: _______

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Masak sih?

Since seeing a ghost is unbelievable, 'Masak sih?' (Really?) is the most natural reaction.

Complete the dialogue with the appropriate informal phrase.

Andi: 'Katanya besok kita nggak ada ujian.' | Budi: '_______? Padahal aku sudah belajar semalaman!'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Masak sih

Budi is surprised by the news about the exam, so he uses 'Masak sih?'.

Match the phrase to the correct situation.

Situation: Your friend says they just met a famous Hollywood actor in a small Jakarta cafe.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Masak sih?

This is a classic 'unbelievable' situation where skepticism is expected.

🎉 점수: /3

시각 학습 자료

When to say 'Masak sih?'

😲

Surprise

  • Winning a prize
  • Unexpected holiday
  • Celebrity sighting
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Doubt

  • High prices
  • Tall tales
  • Late friends

연습 문제 은행

3 연습 문제
Choose the best response to the following statement: 'Aku baru saja melihat hantu di kamar mandi!' Choose A1

A: Aku baru saja melihat hantu di kamar mandi! B: _______

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Masak sih?

Since seeing a ghost is unbelievable, 'Masak sih?' (Really?) is the most natural reaction.

Complete the dialogue with the appropriate informal phrase. dialogue_completion A2

Andi: 'Katanya besok kita nggak ada ujian.' | Budi: '_______? Padahal aku sudah belajar semalaman!'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Masak sih

Budi is surprised by the news about the exam, so he uses 'Masak sih?'.

Match the phrase to the correct situation. situation_matching A1

Situation: Your friend says they just met a famous Hollywood actor in a small Jakarta cafe.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Masak sih?

This is a classic 'unbelievable' situation where skepticism is expected.

🎉 점수: /3

자주 묻는 질문

4 질문

Yes, it's the closest equivalent in casual Indonesian.

Better not. Use 'Benarkah?' to be safe.

It's a Jakarta slang influence on the word 'Masa'.

Not always. It can also mean you are just very surprised.

관련 표현

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Masa iya?

similar

Is it really so?

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Benarkah?

synonym

Is it true?

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Apa iya?

similar

Is that the case?

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Mana mungkin?

specialized form

How is it possible?

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Bohong, ah!

contrast

That's a lie!

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