A1 Collocation 中性

Cari jalan

Find the way

意思

Looking for a route or path

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文化背景

In cities like Jakarta, 'cari jalan' often involves 'jalan tikus' (shortcuts). This reflects a local knowledge of the city's labyrinthine geography that GPS often misses. The phrase reflects the 'bisa diatur' (can be arranged) mentality. If a formal path is blocked, Indonesians will 'cari jalan' through networking and personal relationships. The concept of 'Mencari Jalan Kebenaran' (Searching for the Path of Truth) is a common theme in Indonesian literature and religious discourse, reflecting the spiritual journey. In conflicts, 'cari jalan tengah' (finding a middle way) is preferred over direct confrontation, aligning with the value of 'musyawarah' (consensus).

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Use 'Keluar' for Problems

When you mean 'solve a problem,' always try to say 'cari jalan keluar.' It sounds much more native than just 'cari jalan.'

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Avoid 'Cari Jalan' for Objects

Never use this for lost items like keys or wallets. It only applies to routes, methods, or solutions.

意思

Looking for a route or path

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Use 'Keluar' for Problems

When you mean 'solve a problem,' always try to say 'cari jalan keluar.' It sounds much more native than just 'cari jalan.'

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Avoid 'Cari Jalan' for Objects

Never use this for lost items like keys or wallets. It only applies to routes, methods, or solutions.

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Ask for 'Jalan Tikus'

If you're in a taxi in Jakarta and in a hurry, ask 'Bisa cari jalan tikus, Pak?' The driver will appreciate your local knowledge!

自我测试

Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'cari jalan'.

Saya tersesat di Jakarta, saya harus _______ ke hotel.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: cari jalan

Since the speaker is lost (tersesat), they need to find the way to the hotel.

Which sentence uses the figurative meaning of 'cari jalan'?

Choose the best option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Kita harus cari jalan agar sampah tidak menumpuk.

This sentence refers to finding a solution to a waste problem, which is figurative.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Proyek ini sangat sulit.' B: 'Jangan khawatir, kita pasti bisa _______.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: cari jalan keluar

'Cari jalan keluar' is the most natural way to say 'find a solution' in a difficult situation.

Match the phrase variation to the situation.

Situation: You are stuck in a massive traffic jam and want to find a small side street.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Cari jalan tikus

'Jalan tikus' (mouse path) refers to narrow shortcuts or back alleys used to avoid traffic.

🎉 得分: /4

视觉学习工具

练习题库

4 练习
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'cari jalan'. Fill Blank A1

Saya tersesat di Jakarta, saya harus _______ ke hotel.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: cari jalan

Since the speaker is lost (tersesat), they need to find the way to the hotel.

Which sentence uses the figurative meaning of 'cari jalan'? Choose A2

Choose the best option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Kita harus cari jalan agar sampah tidak menumpuk.

This sentence refers to finding a solution to a waste problem, which is figurative.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: 'Proyek ini sangat sulit.' B: 'Jangan khawatir, kita pasti bisa _______.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: cari jalan keluar

'Cari jalan keluar' is the most natural way to say 'find a solution' in a difficult situation.

Match the phrase variation to the situation. situation_matching B2

Situation: You are stuck in a massive traffic jam and want to find a small side street.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Cari jalan tikus

'Jalan tikus' (mouse path) refers to narrow shortcuts or back alleys used to avoid traffic.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

10 个问题

It's neutral. For formal contexts, use 'mencari jalan.'

Yes, 'Aplikasi ini membantu cari jalan' is very common.

Literally 'mouse path,' it means a narrow shortcut or back alley to avoid traffic.

No, for that use 'cari kerja.'

No, just say 'cari jalan.' Adding 'saya' sounds like you lost your own personal road.

Yes, many Indonesian pop songs use it as a metaphor for finding love or a way forward in life.

'Cari jalan' is more metaphorical (finding a path), while 'cari cara' is more functional (finding a method).

Yes, 'mencari jalan Tuhan' (seeking God's path) is a common religious expression.

Yes, Malay and Indonesian share this phrase with almost identical usage.

Say 'Saya sudah ketemu jalannya' or 'Saya sudah dapat jalannya.'

相关表达

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Jalan pintas

specialized form

Shortcut

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Jalan keluar

synonym

Solution / Exit

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Jalan tengah

similar

Compromise / Middle ground

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Buntu

contrast

Dead end

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Cari akal

similar

To devise a plan

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