Basic Indonesian Greetings & Expressions
Even if you don’t know how to speak bahasa indonesia, knowing some of the basic Indonesian greetings & expressions is crucial.
When you greet the locals in bahasa Indonesia, you’re indirectly telling them that ‘I have learnt your language to connect with you’. Not only will the locals be entertained hearing you speak Indonesian, they will also be more likely to warm up to you quickly.
Never mind the inaccuracy of your pronunciation, the fact that you bother to learn and attempt to say them says a lot about your friendly character and open personality. Trust me when I say the locals will be more likely to help you after your simple Indonesian greetings & expressions
So here are the basic Indonesian greetings & expressions you MUST know:

Selamat Pagi
Good Morning

Selamat Sore
Good Evening

Selamat Datang
Welcome

Sampai Jumpa
See you

Apa kabar?
How are you?

Terima kasih
Thank you

Kembali
You’re welcome (2)

Maaf
Sorry

Ya
Yes

Selamat Siang
Good Afternoon

Selamat Malam
Good Night

Selamat Tinggal
Goodbye

Halo
Hello

Baik
Fine / Good

Sama-sama
You’re welcome (1)

Permisi
Excuse Me

Tidak apa-apa
It’s alright / It’s ok

Tidak
No