معنی
Expressing mild skepticism or surprise.
زمینه فرهنگی
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.
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.
معنی
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.
خودت رو بسنج
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: _______
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!'
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.
This is a classic 'unbelievable' situation where skepticism is expected.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
When to say 'Masak sih?'
Surprise
- • Winning a prize
- • Unexpected holiday
- • Celebrity sighting
Doubt
- • High prices
- • Tall tales
- • Late friends
بانک تمرین
3 تمرینهاA: Aku baru saja melihat hantu di kamar mandi! B: _______
Since seeing a ghost is unbelievable, 'Masak sih?' (Really?) is the most natural reaction.
Andi: 'Katanya besok kita nggak ada ujian.' | Budi: '_______? Padahal aku sudah belajar semalaman!'
Budi is surprised by the news about the exam, so he uses 'Masak sih?'.
Situation: Your friend says they just met a famous Hollywood actor in a small Jakarta cafe.
This is a classic 'unbelievable' situation where skepticism is expected.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
سوالات متداول
4 سوالYes, 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.
عبارات مرتبط
Masa iya?
similarIs it really so?
Benarkah?
synonymIs it true?
Apa iya?
similarIs that the case?
Mana mungkin?
specialized formHow is it possible?
Bohong, ah!
contrastThat's a lie!
