A1 Idiom 중립

Rendah hati

Humble

Not being arrogant or boastful

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문화적 배경

The concept of 'Andhap Asor' is the Javanese root of 'rendah hati'. It involves lowering oneself linguistically and physically (bowing) to show respect. Indonesians often use 'self-deprecation' as a form of 'rendah hati'. If someone praises their house, they might call it a 'gubuk' (shack) even if it's a mansion. The term 'Tawadhu' is frequently used in sermons to remind the wealthy that their riches are a gift from God, necessitating a 'rendah hati' attitude. On social media, 'rendah hati' is often contrasted with 'flexing' (pamer). Influencers who don't 'flex' are praised as 'rendah hati'.

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The 'Liver' Connection

Remember that 'hati' is liver. In Indonesia, the liver is where you feel things. So 'low liver' = humble.

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Avoid 'Rendah Diri'

Never use 'rendah diri' to praise someone. It sounds like you are saying they have a mental health issue or no confidence.

Not being arrogant or boastful

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The 'Liver' Connection

Remember that 'hati' is liver. In Indonesia, the liver is where you feel things. So 'low liver' = humble.

⚠️

Avoid 'Rendah Diri'

Never use 'rendah diri' to praise someone. It sounds like you are saying they have a mental health issue or no confidence.

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Complimenting Elders

Using 'rendah hati' to describe an elder is one of the highest forms of respect you can show.

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The Noun Form

Use 'Kerendahan hati' in writing to sound more sophisticated and academic.

셀프 테스트

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.

Meskipun dia orang paling kaya di desa, dia tetap ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: rendah hati

The sentence describes a rich person who stays humble. 'Rendah hati' is the positive term for this. 'Rendah diri' is low self-esteem, while 'tinggi hati' and 'besar kepala' mean arrogant.

Fill in the blank with the appropriate noun form of 'rendah hati'.

Kita harus menghargai ____ orang lain.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kerendahan hati

The noun form 'humility' is created by adding the circumfix ke-an to 'rendah hati'.

Match the phrase to the correct situation.

When should you say 'Dia sangat rendah hati'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: When a famous singer talks kindly to all their fans.

'Rendah hati' is used to praise someone who has status but treats others as equals.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Selamat ya atas promosinya! B: Terima kasih, saya masih harus banyak belajar dan tetap ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: rendah hati

In response to a promotion, it is culturally appropriate to say you will stay humble.

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시각 학습 자료

Rendah Hati vs. Rendah Diri

Rendah Hati
Humble Positive trait
Confident Knows worth
Rendah Diri
Insecure Negative trait
Shy Feels worthless

Synonyms of Humility

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Formal

  • Tawadhu
  • Kerendahan hati

Informal

  • Membumi
  • Gak sombong

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Choose the correct word to complete the sentence. Choose A1

Meskipun dia orang paling kaya di desa, dia tetap ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: rendah hati

The sentence describes a rich person who stays humble. 'Rendah hati' is the positive term for this. 'Rendah diri' is low self-esteem, while 'tinggi hati' and 'besar kepala' mean arrogant.

Fill in the blank with the appropriate noun form of 'rendah hati'. Fill Blank B1

Kita harus menghargai ____ orang lain.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: kerendahan hati

The noun form 'humility' is created by adding the circumfix ke-an to 'rendah hati'.

Match the phrase to the correct situation. situation_matching A2

When should you say 'Dia sangat rendah hati'?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: When a famous singer talks kindly to all their fans.

'Rendah hati' is used to praise someone who has status but treats others as equals.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

A: Selamat ya atas promosinya! B: Terima kasih, saya masih harus banyak belajar dan tetap ____.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: rendah hati

In response to a promotion, it is culturally appropriate to say you will stay humble.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

It is neutral. You can use it in a casual chat or a formal letter.

It's better to say 'Saya mencoba untuk rendah hati' (I try to be humble) rather than 'Saya rendah hati'.

The most common opposite is 'tinggi hati' or 'sombong'.

Yes, but it specifically refers to character and social behavior, not just the size of something.

While it has religious roots, it is used by everyone in Indonesia regardless of religion.

No, use 'sederhana' for objects. 'Rendah hati' is for people.

In Indonesian, 'jantung' is the physical heart, but 'hati' (liver) is the emotional heart.

Use 'membumi' with friends or when talking about celebrities. Use 'rendah hati' for general virtues.

It's a soft breath at the end, like you are sighing slightly.

You can use 'merendah' (to act humble/lower oneself), but 'rendah hati' is an adjective.

관련 표현

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Tinggi hati

contrast

Arrogant / Proud

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Besar kepala

contrast

Stubborn / Arrogant

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Membumi

synonym

Down-to-earth

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Rendah diri

similar

Inferiority complex

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Baik hati

builds on

Kind-hearted

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