Culture and etiquette

The manners, customs and context behind the language, so you know what to say and when.

Learning tips

Is Indonesian easy to learn? An honest answer for English speakers

Indonesian is one of the easier languages to start if you speak English. Here's what's easy, what takes longer, and how long it takes to hold a conversation.

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Phrases and greetings

Indonesian greetings: hello, good morning and how are you

Halo means hello in Indonesian. Here are the greetings for each time of day, how to answer apa kabar, and how to say goodbye.

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A brown paper parcel tied with string and a handwritten Thank you tag, next to a cup of lemon tea
Phrases and greetings

How to say thank you in Indonesian, and how to reply

Terima kasih is thank you in Indonesian. Here are the casual and polite ways to say it, how to reply, and when to use each one.

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