Essential Indonesian Phrases

Updated June 28, 2026

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.

IndonesianEnglish
terima kasihthank you
sama-samayou're welcome
permisiexcuse me
apa kabar?how are you?
berapa harganya?how much is it?
saya tidak mengertiI don't understand
di mana kamar mandi?where is the bathroom?
enak sekalivery delicious
tolongplease, help
hati-hatitake care, be careful

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Hear them in: The Big 4, Nightmares and Daydreams.

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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