Signification
Asking for someone's name formally
Contexte culturel
In business, titles like 'Pak' or 'Ibu' are often added to the name. You might hear 'Siapa nama Bapak?' Javanese culture emphasizes hierarchy. Using 'Anda' is a safe way to avoid choosing the wrong level of Javanese honorifics. In Jakarta, young professionals use 'Anda' in emails but might switch to 'kamu' quickly after a few meetings. Public servants are trained to use 'Anda' to maintain professional distance and equality.
Use 'Anda' for safety
If you are unsure about the formality, 'Anda' is always safe.
Avoid 'Apa'
Never use 'Apa' for a person's name. It is very rude.
Signification
Asking for someone's name formally
Use 'Anda' for safety
If you are unsure about the formality, 'Anda' is always safe.
Avoid 'Apa'
Never use 'Apa' for a person's name. It is very rude.
Add 'Boleh saya tahu'
Adding 'Boleh saya tahu' makes you sound like a native speaker.
Teste-toi
Select the most formal way to ask for a name.
Which sentence is correct for a job interview?
'Anda' is the only formal pronoun listed here.
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
___ nama Anda?
We use 'Siapa' (Who) for people's names.
Match the register to the phrase.
Match 'Siapa nama Anda?' to its register.
'Anda' is the marker for formal register.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesWhich sentence is correct for a job interview?
'Anda' is the only formal pronoun listed here.
___ nama Anda?
We use 'Siapa' (Who) for people's names.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
'Anda' is the marker for formal register.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, it is perfect for a teacher.
No, it is standard in Indonesia.
Ask again politely: 'Maaf, siapa nama Anda tadi?'
Because 'Siapa' is for people.
Yes, it is the standard formal pronoun.
Only if you want to be very formal.
Use 'Siapa nama Bapak/Ibu?'
Yes, it is common in formal emails.
No, 'Anda' works for both.
Yes, in formal scenes.
Expressions liées
Nama saya...
builds onMy name is...
Siapa namamu?
contrastWhat is your name? (informal)
Boleh saya tahu nama Anda?
builds onMay I know your name?
Salam kenal
similarNice to meet you
