Bedeutung
Reminding someone about something.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Reminding others is seen as a sign of care (perhatian). It is not considered annoying like it might be in some Western cultures. In Java, people often use the local version 'Ojo lali' to create a sense of kinship and warmth. On social media, 'Jangan lupa bahagia' (Don't forget to be happy) is a very popular hashtag and caption, reflecting a modern focus on mental health. In Indonesian business culture, 'Jangan lupa' is often used to follow up on 'Janji' (promises) because verbal agreements are highly valued.
The 'Ya' Magic
Always add 'ya' at the end to sound like a local. It turns a command into a friendly nudge.
Don't Overuse with Bosses
If you say 'Jangan lupa' too much to your superior, you might sound like you're nagging them.
Bedeutung
Reminding someone about something.
The 'Ya' Magic
Always add 'ya' at the end to sound like a local. It turns a command into a friendly nudge.
Don't Overuse with Bosses
If you say 'Jangan lupa' too much to your superior, you might sound like you're nagging them.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank to say 'Don't forget to bring a book.'
_______ lupa bawa buku.
'Jangan' is the correct prohibitive word for 'don't' in Indonesian commands.
Which sentence is the most natural way to remind a friend to eat?
Choose the best option:
Adding 'ya' makes the reminder sound friendly and natural for a friend.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Saya mau pergi ke pasar. B: Oke, _________ beli buah jeruk.
B is reminding A to buy oranges at the market.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are leaving your friend's house and want them to call you later.
'Telepon' means call, which fits the situation.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgaben_______ lupa bawa buku.
'Jangan' is the correct prohibitive word for 'don't' in Indonesian commands.
Choose the best option:
Adding 'ya' makes the reminder sound friendly and natural for a friend.
A: Saya mau pergi ke pasar. B: Oke, _________ beli buah jeruk.
B is reminding A to buy oranges at the market.
Situation: You are leaving your friend's house and want them to call you later.
'Telepon' means call, which fits the situation.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNo, it is only for future actions. For the past, you would say 'Saya lupa' (I forgot).
Yes, but adding 'Pak' or 'Bu' makes it better: 'Jangan lupa, Pak.'
'Jangan lupa' is 'Don't forget', while 'Ingat' is 'Remember'. They are used interchangeably, but 'Jangan lupa' is more common for specific tasks.
You say 'Jangan lupakan aku.' Here, the '-kan' suffix is used because the object is a person.
Yes, it's very common in semi-formal and informal emails.
Yes, 'Jgn lupa' or just 'Jangan lup' in very casual texting.
It's a cultural way of showing care and hospitality, similar to 'How are you?'
Yes, 'Jangan lupa kunci' (Don't forget the key) is perfectly fine.
Use 'Jangan pernah lupa.'
Yes, many Indonesian pop songs use this phrase in their lyrics.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Ingat ya
synonymRemember, okay?
Jangan sampai lupa
builds onDon't let yourself forget.
Awas lupa
similarWatch out, don't forget.
Lupakan saja
contrastJust forget it.
