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Hi! If you are reading this, maybe you want to learn Bahasa Indonesia. That’s great! Bahasa Indonesia is a beautiful and simple language. It is the official language of Indonesia, a country with more than 17,000 islands and over 270 million people. This article will help you with easy tips to learn Bahasa Indonesia, step by step. Let’s get started! 1. Learn Simple Words First Don’t worry about grammar or long sentences in the beginning. Start with simple and useful words that you can use every day. Here are some examples: English Bahasa Indonesia Hello Halo Thank you Terima kasih Sorry Maaf Yes Ya No Tidak I Saya You Kamu / Anda Eat Makan Drink Minum Good Baik You can write them down in a notebook or use flashcards. Review them every day until you remember them. 2. Listen to How People Speak Bahasa Indonesia is easy to pronounce because it is written as it sounds. But still, listening is very important. Try these ways to listen and learn: Watch Indonesian movies or TV shows with En...

If you’re learning Bahasa Indonesia, you’ve probably noticed that people don’t always speak exactly like the textbook. That’s because, just like in any language, Indonesians use a lot of informal words in daily conversations. Two words that are very common in spoken Indonesian—but rarely explained in beginner textbooks—are "tuh" and "nih." I haven’t written about these two before, because I usually write based on what I hear when I watch movies. And you can’t choose what people say in movies! I have to listen, watch carefully, and take notes. If I hear someone say "tuh" or "nih" , then I can use it as a real example. I want to make sure you hear how Indonesians actually use the words in real life. That’s why it takes some time. But since these two words are very common and useful, I’ll try to explain them now with examples based on how I’ve heard them being used. Even if I don’t have direct quotes from a movie, I promise these examples are ...

Okay, have you ever seen a banana that looks like it’s hugging another banana? Like, two bananas stuck together in one peel? If you haven’t, let me introduce you to something we call pisang dempet in Indonesia. So, what is pisang dempet ? Basically, “pisang” means banana, and “dempet” means stuck together or fused. So, pisang dempet is a twin banana, or sometimes even triplet, but all joined in one skin. It’s kind of rare, but when you find one, it feels like a little surprise. People usually smile and say, “Wah, pisang dempet! Lucky!” Not Just a Funny Banana At first, you might think it’s just a funny-looking banana, but in Indonesia, some people believe it’s more than that. Some say it brings good luck. Others say it has special energy. And believe it or not, there are people who say pisang dempet is a sign of something good coming, like rezeki (fortune), or maybe good news. Old people sometimes say, “If you eat pisang dempet, you’ll get double the benefits,” because it’s like t...

As an Indonesian, rice is more than just food. It is a part of our daily life, our culture, and even our identity. Most of us eat rice three times a day — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In Indonesia, rice is not only cooked in one way. We have many types of rice dishes, each with its own taste, story, and tradition. Let me share with you some of the most popular and special rice dishes in Indonesia. They are Nasi Goreng, Nasi Uduk, Nasi Padang, Nasi Kuning, and Nasi Liwet. All of them use rice, but they are very different from each other in flavor, ingredients, and how we enjoy them. 1. Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice) Nasi Goreng means "fried rice" in Indonesian. It is probably the most famous Indonesian rice dish around the world. Many people in other countries also love it. But for us Indonesians, Nasi Goreng is a simple and comforting food we can eat anytime. We usually make Nasi Goreng at home when there is leftover rice. Instead of throwing the rice away, we fry it with garli...

Pottery is more than just making bowls and mugs. It’s a fun and creative way to make useful, beautiful things with your hands. Whether you're a beginner or someone who enjoys working with clay for fun, there are endless pottery ideas to explore. In this article, we’ll look at two great examples from the pictures you shared. The first picture shows textured clay pieces made using molds. The second picture shows a clever and artistic birdhouse made from a ceramic jug. Both are great sources of inspiration, and we’ll talk about how you can try similar pottery projects yourself. Pottery Idea #1: Playing with Texture and Shape Using Molds The first image shows five clay pieces that have been shaped in molds. Each one has a unique texture: curved lines, waves, and dotted patterns. These textures are not just decorative—they also add a nice touch and feel to the final product. This is one of the most fun pottery ideas for beginners. Instead of shaping clay by hand, you use molds to ...

Have you ever heard of a university that combines modern education with Islamic values? That is what Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia, or UIII , is all about. It is a new university, but already known in many parts of the world. In this article, we will talk about what UIII is, who owns it, what programs it offers, and what GPA (Grade Point Average) you need to study there. What Is UIII? Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) means Indonesian International Islamic University in English. It is a public university in Depok, West Java, Indonesia , near the capital city, Jakarta. UIII was built to be a place where Islam, education, and global thinking meet. The university was officially opened in 2021 . Even though it is still new, UIII already has students from different countries, such as Egypt, Pakistan, Nigeria, Afghanistan, and many more. This shows that UIII is an international place for learning and sharing knowledge. Who Owns UIII? UIII is a state university . ...