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First words in Indonesian

Hai! Apa kabar?, Hi! How are you?

suh-LA-mat PA-gi / HAI, A-pa KA-bar

Selamat pagi/siang/sore, Good morning/afternoon/evening

Formal greeting

Did you know? Bahasa Indonesia is a constructed language, it was officially adopted as the national language in 1945 at independence, based on commercial Malay. Its great strength: it was deliberately simplified to be accessible to speakers of highly diverse linguistic backgrounds (Indonesia has more than 700 local languages). The result: no grammatical gender, no tense-based conjugation (time is indicated by words like 'kemarin' = yesterday, 'besok' = tomorrow), and a phonetic Latin alphabet. It is probably the most accessible Asian language for a European learner.

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2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.

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Halo! Welcome to the group 🎉

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I’m not on desktop, is it mobile-friendly too?

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Yes, it works on phone and computer together 📱💻

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Exactly what you'll find inside the platform: 19 modules, 0+ structured lessons, quizzes and exercises.

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Bahasa Indonesia Débutant

👋Les salutations — Salam

🙋Se presenter — Perkenalan

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦La famille — Keluarga

🔢Les chiffres et l'argent — Angka dan uang

🎨Couleurs et adjectifs — Warna dan kata sifat

🍜La nourriture — Makanan

🛒Au marche — Di pasar

🚗Transport et directions — Transportasi

🏠La maison — Rumah

🏥Corps et santé — Tubuh dan kesehatan

📅Activités quotidiennes — Kegiatan sehari-hari

💼Professions et travail — Pekerjaan

🌿Nature et animaux — Alam dan binatang

✈️Voyager en Indonésie — Berwisata

🏛️Culture Bali et Java — Budaya

❤️Émotions et sentiments — Perasaan

📖Verbes et grammaire avancée — Tata bahasa

🎓Révision et consolidation — Ulangan

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The curriculum

What you'll learn in Indonesian

A curriculum designed to get you speaking Indonesian in the situations that actually matter to you.

01
Conversational Bahasa Indonesia: Jakarta, Bali, Yogyakarta
02
Simplified grammar: prefixes/suffixes, no gender or conjugation
03
Differences between formal Bahasa Indonesia and bahasa gaul (slang)
04
Business Indonesian for the ASEAN market and investment
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Indonesian culture: batik, gamelan, wayang, cuisine, and moderate Islam
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Regional dialects: Javanese, Sundanese, and Bahasa Melayu

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about learning Indonesian

Is Indonesian really easy to learn?

Indonesian is ranked at level 2 out of 5 for difficulty by the Foreign Service Institute, one of the most accessible Asian languages for Europeans. No tones (unlike Thai or Vietnamese), a phonetic Latin alphabet, no grammatical gender, no complex conjugation. The main challenges are the prefix/suffix system that modifies word meaning, and vocabulary (few cognates with European languages). But the core grammar is genuinely simple.

Are Indonesian and Malay the same language?

Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) and Malay (Bahasa Melayu) are very close and mutually intelligible at around 80-90%. Both descend from commercial Malay, which was the lingua franca of Southeast Asia for centuries. The main differences are in vocabulary (Dutch loanwords for Indonesian, English for Malay), some expressions, and the spelling of certain words. An Indonesian speaker can communicate without issue with a Malaysian or a Singaporean.

Why learn Indonesian for business?

Indonesia is the 7th largest economy in the world by PPP GDP and the largest economy in Southeast Asia. Jakarta is the ASEAN hub for many industries (textiles, natural resources, tech, finance). English is not widely spoken outside major international companies, speaking Indonesian is a significant competitive advantage for businesses and individuals targeting this market of 270 million consumers.

Is the Indonesian spoken in Bali different from that of Jakarta?

Standard Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) is understood everywhere. But in Bali, Balinese is the local language and Indonesian is coloured by Balinese influences. In Jakarta and Java, Javanese sometimes influences vocabulary and expressions. 'Bahasa gaul' (Jakarta urban slang) is very different from formal Indonesian, our teachers cover both registers depending on your goal.

Indonesia is a Muslim-majority country, does this influence the language?

Yes, Arabic has heavily influenced Indonesian vocabulary, particularly in religious, ethical, and everyday domains: 'maaf' (sorry, from Arabic), 'selamat' (congratulations / hello, from 'salamat'), 'insya Allah' (God willing), 'alhamdulillah' (thank God). These Arabic loanwords account for around 10-15% of everyday vocabulary. Indonesia is the most populous Muslim country in the world, with a tradition of moderate and tolerant Islam.

How much do Indonesian courses cost on Targumi?

Targumi offers 3 plans: quarterly, yearly, and lifetime access. All plans include live small-group classes with native teachers, interactive lessons, and the community. See full pricing on the pricing page.

Are the Indonesian courses online or in person?

100% online. Live classes happen twice a week in small groups via Google Meet. You can join from anywhere in the world. The mobile and web app stay accessible 24/7 for interactive lessons.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. Targumi offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans. If you are not satisfied, just email [email protected] for a full refund.

How do I cancel my subscription?

You can cancel anytime from your profile (“My subscriptions” section) with no hidden fees. Your access stays active until the end of your paid period.

Resources

All Indonesian resources

Explore our free tools to progress outside of class.

Indonesian level test

Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.

Indonesian survival kit

A hundred words and thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.

Indonesian cultural quiz

How well do you know Indonesian culture? Films, music, traditions.

Indonesian articles

Guides and articles to learn Indonesian.

Indonesian vocabulary

Essential words and phrases organized by theme.

Cultural resources

Podcasts, movies, TV shows and music to progress through immersion.

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