This is the 335th most frequent Malay word.
bukannya
"Bukannya" means "it's not that" or "not" used to indicate contrast or clarification.
Clarifies an incorrect assumption by stating an alternative explanation for a situation.
Bukannya dia tidak pandai, tetapi dia kurang yakin pada dirinya.
It's not that he is not smart, but he lacks self-confidence.
Used to negate a misunderstanding or explain a situation by presenting a justification or alternative reason.
Bukannya saya tidak mahu membantu, tetapi saya sibuk sekarang.
It's not that I don't want to help, but I'm busy right now.
Emphasizes the actual purpose or intention compared to a different assumed one.