When traveling or staying in Indonesia, greeting people in their languages can bring luck. A simple \u2018good morning\u2019 or \u2018hello\u2019 in Bahasa Indonesia will get you connected with the local people because it shows your respect and kindness. Learning Indonesian is quite simple, the words and spelling are identical to how it’s spoken, and because of that, you\u2019ll be speaking like a local in no time! So, here\u2019s your guide to greet people in Bahasa Indonesia!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saying hello in Indonesian is not different with English, the concept and words are slightly similar, all that is left is the accent and pronunciation. So, here\u2019s so phrases in greeting people with Bahasa and when to say them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This greeting is basically \u2018hi\u2019 or \u2018hello\u2019 in English, this greeting is an informal way to greet people, it’s usually used to people that you already know or people the same age and younger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can use this phrase when you will start interacting with other people, ask for their attention and, before starting a conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Indonesia, the time is divided into 4 main parts whereas in English it’s known to be in 3 parts. Basically, \u2018selamat\u2019 means \u2018good\u2019 and \u2018pagi\/siang\/sore\/malam\u2019 means \u2018morning\/afternoon\/evening\/night.\u2019 But the usage of these greetings is different although if translated they both have 4-time parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Selamat Pagi\u2019 is used between 03.00 AM – 11.00 AM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Selamat Siang\u2019 is used between 11.00 AM – 03.00 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Selamat Sore\u2019 is used between 03.00 PM – 06.00 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Selamat Malam\u2019 is used between 06.00 PM – 03.00 AM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In English, greeting someone at night would be necessary with a \u2018good evening\u2019 and only saying \u2018good night\u2019 when saying goodbye, but in Indonesia when its night, you would still greet people using \u2018selamat malam.\u2019 This phrase is unique because it can also be used when saying goodbye. Another tip is, Indonesia’s like to shorten a phrase, so if people greet you with only saying \u2018pagi\u2019 or \u2018siang,\u2019 just answer with the same thing if you want to save your words up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Apa Kabar?\u2019 means \u2018how are you?\u2019 This greeting is used when you breaking the ice with someone, starting a conversation or just to show a friendly gesture. It’s not commonly used to strangers, but commonly used to people you know. \u2018Bagaimana keadaanmu?\u2019 means \u2018how are you doing?\u2019 like in English, this is a question for catching up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After introducing yourself with \u2018halo, saya (your name)\u2019 you want to say that you are glad to meet them then this is the kindest way to say so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
when you about end the conversation and want to say thank you in Bahasa Indonesia. use this phrase also after local helped you with direction or on another occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
you can use this phrase simply to reply terima kasih<\/em> word if someone says it to you<\/p>\n\n\n\n Indonesia is known for its kind and humble character, this embodies their everyday living. This also implies how to greet someone with good manners. Indonesia has a slightly different and opposite culture when it comes to greeting someone, while confidence is respected in the western countries, in Indonesia, being down to earth and humble is highly respected. So, here are some important manners you should consider when greeting an Indonesian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Always shake with your right hand, even though you\u2019re left-handed, this also applies when handing something to somebody or touching someone. It’s considered rude to use your left hand because the left hand is known to be used for wiping yourself in the bathroom. Another thing to consider while shaking hands is to not grip so firmly, other than hurting someone, it’s considered arrogant and ambitious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When greeting someone, eye contact is good! But when you\u2019re talking to an adult, making too much eye contact is considered rude. In some cases, some people from the opposite sex won\u2019t make eye contact with you while talking and you shouldn\u2019t be surprised, this is because Indonesia is the biggest Muslim country and by this, their teachings forbid them to make intense contacts with their opposite sex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The key to being friendly in Indonesia is to smile more! When you\u2019re talking to someone, introducing yourself, and even when you\u2019re walking in the streets and passing people, nod your head a little while smiling. People will see that as a kind gesture, they even can interpret you as being disrespectful or rude if you don\u2019t smile! This is probably the opposite of the western culture that considers this act weird or considered as an act to hit on someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When walking past a group of people or older people, say \u2018permisi\u2019 or \u2018maaf\u2019 this means \u2018excuse me\u2019 or \u2018sorry.\u2019 Its a form of respect to the elders and others that are in the middle of something while you\u2019re passing by. Another tip is to slightly bend while meeting people older than you or a person who has a position of authority, this is also a form of respect to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\nManners In Greeting Someone<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Shaking hands<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Eye contact<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Smile!<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Saying \u2018permisi\u2019 or \u2018maaf\u2019<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n