An hebrew word that
literally means "in the
small sense", and is refered to something that is not interesting or not significant enough to talk about. Commonly used as response to anything not important enough to respond, or not having a
better response :o).
Q: Hey mate, you
look exausted, did get much sleep last
night?
A: No sleep at all
actually, but baktana. I'll be allright.
Q: Hey dude, what's with this horrible weather?
A: Baktana.