Yang Quote by Pramoedya Ananta Toer
““Sepandai-pandaimya lelaki, kata bujang nenekku dulu semasa aku masih sangat muda, kalau sedang gandrung: dia sungguh sebodoh-bodoh si tolol.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Bumi Manusia by Pramoedya Ananta Toer, 1980
A young man is mocked as foolish when he is infatuated, highlighting how love can make people appear naive.
In simple terms: Love makes one seem foolish.
Accept that love can feel awkward.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- first crush
- family teasing
- self‑esteem challenges
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does affection change your self‑perception?
- Do you ever feel mocked when in love?
The quote may over‑generalize male behavior and ignore cultural context.