Phrase in 30 Seconds
Jalan kaki is the essential Indonesian phrase for traveling by foot instead of using a vehicle.
- Means: To walk to a destination (max 15 words)
- Used in: Commuting, exercise, or navigating short distances (max 15 words)
- Don't confuse: With 'jalan-jalan', which means wandering for fun (max 15 words)
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معنی
Traveling by foot
زمینه فرهنگی
In Jakarta, 'jalan kaki' is often difficult due to broken sidewalks or 'pedagang kaki lima' (street vendors) blocking the path. The term 'mager' (malas gerak) is the opposite of the 'jalan kaki' spirit, reflecting a preference for staying put or using apps like Gojek. There is a growing 'Indonesia Berjalan' movement encouraging people to walk 10,000 steps a day to combat sedentary lifestyles. In villages, 'jalan kaki' is still a primary way to reach rice fields (sawah) or neighbors' houses, often done while carrying goods on the head or back.
Drop the 'Ber-'
In 95% of daily conversations, just say 'jalan kaki'. Using 'berjalan kaki' makes you sound like a textbook.
Watch the Sidewalks
When you 'jalan kaki' in Indonesia, stay alert! Sidewalks can be uneven or non-existent.
Drop the 'Ber-'
In 95% of daily conversations, just say 'jalan kaki'. Using 'berjalan kaki' makes you sound like a textbook.
Watch the Sidewalks
When you 'jalan kaki' in Indonesia, stay alert! Sidewalks can be uneven or non-existent.
Use 'Saja'
Adding 'saja' (just) after 'jalan kaki' makes you sound very natural when suggesting walking: 'Jalan kaki saja!'
The Heat Factor
If you suggest 'jalan kaki' at noon, your Indonesian friends might look at you like you're crazy because of the heat.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank to say 'I walk to the office'.
Saya ____ kaki ke kantor.
The correct collocation is 'jalan kaki'.
Which sentence means 'Walking is healthy'?
Pilih kalimat yang benar:
'Jalan kaki' is the standard phrase for the activity of walking.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Rumahmu dekat? B: Iya, saya ____ saja ke sini.
If the house is near (dekat), walking is the most logical answer.
Match the phrase to the situation: 'You want to save money and the destination is 500m away.'
Apa yang kamu katakan?
Walking is free and suitable for short distances.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Jalan Kaki vs. Jalan-Jalan
بانک تمرین
5 تمرینهاSaya ____ kaki ke kantor.
The correct collocation is 'jalan kaki'.
Pilih kalimat yang benar:
'Jalan kaki' is the standard phrase for the activity of walking.
A: Rumahmu dekat? B: Iya, saya ____ saja ke sini.
If the house is near (dekat), walking is the most logical answer.
Apa yang kamu katakan?
Walking is free and suitable for short distances.
🎉 امتیاز: /5
سوالات متداول
10 سوالIt functions as an intransitive verb phrase in most sentences, describing the action of walking.
No, that makes no sense. 'Jalan kaki' specifically means walking. For cars, use 'naik mobil'.
'Berjalan' is just 'to walk'. 'Jalan kaki' emphasizes the mode of transport (on foot).
Yes, but be mindful of the distance and the weather in Indonesia.
It is 'tempat penyeberangan pejalan kaki' or more commonly 'zebra cross'.
In Indonesian, 'kaki' can refer to the foot, the leg, or even the 'legs' of a table.
It's better to use 'mendaki' or 'naik gunung' for hiking in the mountains.
In formal speeches, 'berjalan kaki' is the preferred form.
It means 'pedestrian'.
You can say 'Saya capek jalan kaki'.
عبارات مرتبط
Jalan-jalan
similarTo go for a stroll/sightseeing
Pejalan kaki
builds onPedestrian
Lari
contrastTo run
Naik kendaraan
contrastTo go by vehicle
Gerak jalan
specialized formWalking parade
کجا استفاده کنیم
At the Office
Budi: Kamu naik apa ke kantor?
Sari: Saya jalan kaki, rumah saya dekat.
With a Friend
Andi: Mau naik Grab ke mal?
Lina: Enggak usah, jalan kaki saja yuk!
Asking for Directions
Turis: Permisi, apakah museum itu jauh?
Warga: Tidak, bisa jalan kaki sekitar lima menit.
Doctor's Appointment
Dokter: Anda harus lebih banyak olahraga.
Pasien: Baik, saya akan rutin jalan kaki setiap pagi.
At School
Guru: Siapa yang jalan kaki ke sekolah?
Siswa: Saya, Pak! Saya jalan kaki sama teman-teman.
Car Free Day
Rian: Ramai sekali ya hari ini.
Siska: Iya, asyik banget jalan kaki tanpa polusi.
حفظ کنید
روش یادسپاری
Think of 'Jalan' as the 'Jolly' path you take with your 'Kaki' (Kicks/Shoes).
تداعی تصویری
Imagine a giant pair of feet (Kaki) walking down a long road (Jalan) that is shaped like the letter 'J'.
Rhyme
Jalan kaki, sehatkan diri.
Story
A traveler arrived in Bali and saw a beautiful temple. He asked the driver, 'Can I go there?' The driver pointed to his feet and said, 'Jalan kaki saja!' (Just walk!). The traveler walked and enjoyed the breeze.
In Other Languages
Similar to the English 'on foot' or the Spanish 'a pie', focusing on the body part used for the action.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to tell a friend 'Saya jalan kaki' every time you walk to the kitchen or bathroom today.
Review this phrase on day 1, 3, and 7. Associate it with your morning walk.
تلفظ
The 'j' is like the 'j' in 'jump'. Both 'a' sounds are open like 'father'.
The 'k' is unaspirated (no puff of air). The 'i' is like 'ee' in 'see'.
طیف رسمیت
Saya berjalan kaki menuju ke pasar. (Daily errand)
Saya jalan kaki ke pasar. (Daily errand)
Gue jalan kaki ke pasar. (Daily errand)
Nyeker aja ke pasar. (Daily errand)
Derived from the Proto-Austronesian roots for 'path' and 'lower limb'. It is a native Malay construction that predates Sanskrit and Arabic influence.
نکته جالب
The word 'Jalan' is so versatile it is also used for 'to work' (as in a machine) and 'to happen'.
نکات فرهنگی
In Jakarta, 'jalan kaki' is often difficult due to broken sidewalks or 'pedagang kaki lima' (street vendors) blocking the path.
“Hati-hati kalau jalan kaki di trotoar Jakarta.”
The term 'mager' (malas gerak) is the opposite of the 'jalan kaki' spirit, reflecting a preference for staying put or using apps like Gojek.
“Duh, mager nih, padahal cuma perlu jalan kaki sebentar.”
There is a growing 'Indonesia Berjalan' movement encouraging people to walk 10,000 steps a day to combat sedentary lifestyles.
“Ayo ikut kampanye jalan kaki sepuluh ribu langkah!”
In villages, 'jalan kaki' is still a primary way to reach rice fields (sawah) or neighbors' houses, often done while carrying goods on the head or back.
“Ibu-ibu di desa biasa jalan kaki ke sawah.”
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
Apakah kamu lebih suka jalan kaki atau naik motor?
Berapa menit kamu jalan kaki ke sekolah/kantor?
Di mana tempat terbaik untuk jalan kaki di kotamu?
اشتباهات رایج
Saya pergi kaki.
Saya jalan kaki.
L1 Interference
Saya jalan-jalan ke kantor.
Saya jalan kaki ke kantor.
L1 Interference
Saya jalan dengan kaki.
Saya jalan kaki.
L1 Interference
Pejalan kaki ke pasar.
Jalan kaki ke pasar.
L1 Interference
In Other Languages
Ir a pie
Indonesian drops the preposition 'a' (by/to).
À pied
French uses a preposition; Indonesian uses a direct noun-verb compound.
Zu Fuß gehen
German requires the preposition 'zu'.
歩いて (Aruite)
Japanese focuses on the verb form; Indonesian focuses on the body part.
ماشياً على الأقدام (Mashyan 'ala al-aqdam)
Arabic uses a plural 'feet' and a preposition; Indonesian uses singular 'foot' and no preposition.
走路 (Zǒu lù)
Chinese uses 'road' as the object; Indonesian uses 'foot' as the instrument.
걸어서 (Georeoseo)
Korean uses verb conjugation; Indonesian uses a noun-verb pair.
A pé
Indonesian is a verb-noun compound, not a prepositional phrase.
Spotted in the Real World
“Jalan kaki... di trotoar yang tinggi.”
A song about the urban experience in Jakarta.
“Kita jalan kaki aja ya?”
Cinta and Rangga walking through the streets of Jakarta.
“#JalanKaki #Sehat”
Fitness influencers promoting walking challenges.
“Fasilitas pejalan kaki di Jakarta terus diperbaiki.”
Article about urban development.
بهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Learners use 'jalan-jalan' when they mean they walked to a destination.
If you have a destination and it's for transport, use 'jalan kaki'. If you are just having fun, use 'jalan-jalan'.
Reversing the words.
Remember: Action (Jalan) first, then Instrument (Kaki).
سوالات متداول (10)
It functions as an intransitive verb phrase in most sentences, describing the action of walking.
grammar mechanicsNo, that makes no sense. 'Jalan kaki' specifically means walking. For cars, use 'naik mobil'.
common mistakes'Berjalan' is just 'to walk'. 'Jalan kaki' emphasizes the mode of transport (on foot).
basic understandingYes, but be mindful of the distance and the weather in Indonesia.
cultural usageIt is 'tempat penyeberangan pejalan kaki' or more commonly 'zebra cross'.
practical tipsIn Indonesian, 'kaki' can refer to the foot, the leg, or even the 'legs' of a table.
basic understandingIt's better to use 'mendaki' or 'naik gunung' for hiking in the mountains.
usage contextsIn formal speeches, 'berjalan kaki' is the preferred form.
grammar mechanicsIt means 'pedestrian'.
basic understandingYou can say 'Saya capek jalan kaki'.
practical tips
