Essential Indonesian Phrases
These are the most useful everyday Indonesian phrases for travel and conversation, with translations and pronunciation-friendly notes. They are exactly the kind of high-frequency lines you will hear again and again on Indonesian Netflix shows.
| Indonesian | English |
|---|---|
| terima kasih | thank you |
| sama-sama | you're welcome |
| permisi | excuse me |
| apa kabar? | how are you? |
| berapa harganya? | how much is it? |
| saya tidak mengerti | I don't understand |
| di mana kamar mandi? | where is the bathroom? |
| enak sekali | very delicious |
| tolong | please, help |
| hati-hati | take care, be careful |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the most important Indonesian phrase to know?
- Terima kasih (thank you) and permisi (excuse me) go a long way. Apa kabar (how are you) opens almost any conversation. You will hear all three constantly in Indonesian shows.
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