Tag Archives: Indonesian grammar
Introducing Yourself in Indonesian Posted by sasha on Oct 4, 2017
Are you new to Indonesian and not sure where to start? Whether you’re just traveling there or are planning to move there, you’ll want to start out with the basics. Thankfully, introducing yourself in Indonesian is quite easy. By the end of this post, you’ll know how to do just that! Name When introducing yourself…
Talking About the Weekend in Indonesian Posted by sasha on Apr 4, 2017
A great way to practice when learning a new language is to keep a little diary. Write down a basic description of your day, your experiences, and your feelings. If you forget a word along the way, check your dictionary or an online one. Read it over, correct any mistakes, and practice saying it out…
Simple Verbs Posted by asimonoff on Feb 1, 2017
In Indonesian, generally, the meaning of a word has much to do with the affixation applied. By affixation, we mean prefixes such as “ber-” and “me-” that we attach to the root word. It is the system of affixation that runs throughout the language which presents the greatest challenge to the learners. Regarding affixation, Indonesian…
Best Language Posts of 2016 Posted by sasha on Dec 22, 2016
Another year has almost passed us by, as we get ready to move into 2017. While many are saying that 2016 was a pretty awful year, it was a good year for learning about Indonesian language and culture. I was fortunate enough to spend most of the year doing just that on the beautiful island…
Introductions and Greetings in Indonesian Posted by sasha on Nov 17, 2016
When you’re just starting out learning a language, one of the most important things to do is get comfortable making introductions and greeting people. For those learning Indonesian in the country, you’ll have plenty of chances to do this. People in Indonesia are for the most part quite friendly and talkative. If you’re a bule…
Indonesian Lesson – My Hometown Posted by sasha on Feb 8, 2016
If you’re a bule (foreigner) traveling or living in Indonesia, people always want to know where you come from. You can expect to hear the question “Anda dari mana?” (Where are you from?) from just about everyone you meet. If you’re from some place very far from Indonesia, such as I am, then chances are…
Easy Indonesian Posted by sasha on Dec 7, 2015
As a native English speaker, ESL teacher, and former student of Chinese and Thai, I know a thing or two about difficult languages. After spending five years teaching and studying in China, I was ready for a change of scenery. Wanting to continue my studies of different languages and cultures and also looking to relocate…