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Indonesian Vocabulary → Daily Life → Basic Phrases

As an Indonesian language teacher, I have been teaching Indonesian for 20 years. In this lesson, we will learn some basic phrases in Indonesian that you can use in your daily life. Whether you are traveling to Indonesia or just want to impress your Indonesian friends, mastering these phrases will help you communicate and connect with the locals.

Common Basic Phrases

Here are some of the most common basic phrases used in daily life in Indonesia:

Terima Kasih

Terima kasih means "Thank you" in Indonesian. It is a polite way to express gratitude or appreciation.

Indonesian	Pronunciation	English
Terima kasih	te-ri-ma ka-sih	Thank you

Sama-Sama

Sama-sama is the typical response to terima kasih, which means "You're welcome" in Indonesian. It can also be used to mean "It's all right" or "No problem".

Indonesian	Pronunciation	English
Sama-sama	sa-ma-sa-ma	You're welcome/No problem

Maaf

Maaf means "Excuse me" or "I'm sorry" in Indonesian. You can use it to apologize for something or to get someone's attention.

Indonesian	Pronunciation	English
Maaf	ma-af	Excuse me/I'm sorry

Tidak Apa-Apa

Tidak apa-apa means "It's okay" or "No problem" in Indonesian. You can use it to let someone know that you are not upset about something or to decline an offer politely.

Indonesian	Pronunciation	English
Tidak apa-apa	ti-dak a-pa-a-pa	It's okay/No problem

Tips to Improve Your Indonesian Vocabulary

Here are some tips on how to improve your Indonesian vocabulary:

• Practice with a native speaker or tutor to improve your pronunciation and fluency.
• Listen to Indonesian music, watch Indonesian TV shows or movies, and read Indonesian books to help you understand how words and phrases are used in context.
• Use flashcards to memorize new vocabulary words and practice using them in sentences.
• Join online language exchange groups or find a language partner to practice speaking Indonesian with.
• Use language-learning apps and websites that offer word lists, quizzes, and other interactive activities to help you learn new words and phrases.

Remember, learning a new language takes time and practice, but with dedication and effort, you can improve your Indonesian vocabulary and communication skills.

Sources

• Indonesian Language
• Indonesian Vocabulary

Table of Contents - Indonesian Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Pronouns and Greetings

• Personal Pronouns
• Greetings and Introductions

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Basic Grammar

• Word Order
• Indonesian Nouns
• Verbs in Indonesian

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Daily Life

• Basic Phrases
• Numbers and Time
• Days, Months, and Seasons

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Sentence Structure

• Adjectives and Adverbs
• Questions and Answers
• Negation and Affirmation

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Indonesian Culture

• Indonesian Festivals
• Indonesian Food

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Travel and Transportation

• Transportation
• Directions

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Verb Tenses

• Present Tense
• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Shopping and Bargaining

• Basic Shopping Phrases
• Bargaining Strategies

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Indonesian Arts

• Indonesian Music
• Indonesian Dance

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Modal Verbs

• Can and Must
• May and Should

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Colors and Shapes

• Colors
• Shapes

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Comparative and Superlative

• Comparative
• Superlative

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Indonesian Traditions

• Indonesian Weddings
• Indonesian Batik

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Emergencies

• Medical Emergencies
• Natural Disasters

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Indirect and Direct Speech

• Direct Speech
• Indirect Speech

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Jobs and Professions

• Job Titles
• Workplaces

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Indonesian Holidays

• Indonesian Independence Day
• Idul Fitri

Related Lessons

• Asking Directions
• Months of the Year
• Environment
• Birthday
• Health
• Vegetables
• Parts of the Body
• Directions
• Astronomy
• Greetings and Introductions