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Getting started
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Greetings
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These are the first words you'll use in Indonesia — the warm greetings and simple introductions that open every conversation. Learn to say "Selamat pagi!" to the warung owner, "Nama saya..." when you meet someone new, and "Terima kasih banyak!" with a smile, and you'll feel at home from day one. A friendly "Apa kabar?" and a polite "Permisi" go a long way with the people you meet.
Essentials
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These are the tiny words that carry you through a whole day in Indonesia. With just a handful of them — a warm "Terima kasih" (thank you), a polite "Permisi" (excuse me) as you squeeze past, and "Boleh minta tolong?" (could you help me?) — you'll be met with smiles almost everywhere. Learn these first: they open doors that longer sentences never will.
Numbers & time
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Numbers, time, and days are the backbone of every purchase, ride, and plan in Indonesia. With just a few lines you can ask "Berapa harganya?" (How much is it?), check "Jam berapa sekarang?" (What time is it now?), and confirm "Besok saya berangkat" (I'm leaving tomorrow) — plus handle the rupiah's many zeros, from sepuluh ribu to seratus ribu. Loop these until they feel automatic, and shopping, catching a Grab, and reading opening hours all get much smoother.
Survival
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When you hit a wall in Indonesia, a few calm phrases go a long way. This set covers the survival lines every traveler needs — say "Maaf, saya belum lancar bahasa Indonesia" to set expectations, "Bisa bicara bahasa Inggris?" to find help, or "Tolong, pelan-pelan" when someone talks too fast. Learn these and you'll always have a way out of a tight spot.
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