मतलब
Asking about someone's English language ability.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Jakarta, English is a sign of being 'gaul' (cool/socially active). You will often hear people mixing English words into their Indonesian sentences. In Bali, English is the primary language of the economy. Most locals in tourist areas speak it fluently, but starting with an Indonesian phrase is highly respected. People in Yogyakarta are known for being very polite and soft-spoken. If they say 'sedikit' (a little), they might actually be quite good but are being humble. In many Indonesian startups and multinational companies, English is the official language for emails and meetings.
Smile while asking
Indonesians value friendliness. A smile makes the question much more polite.
Use 'Sedikit'
If you speak a little Indonesian, say 'Saya bisa bahasa Indonesia sedikit' first. It builds immediate rapport.
मतलब
Asking about someone's English language ability.
Smile while asking
Indonesians value friendliness. A smile makes the question much more polite.
Use 'Sedikit'
If you speak a little Indonesian, say 'Saya bisa bahasa Indonesia sedikit' first. It builds immediate rapport.
Don't just say 'English?'
Saying just one word can come across as rude or demanding. Use the full phrase.
खुद को परखो
Fill in the missing word to ask 'Can you speak English?'
Bisa _______ bahasa Inggris?
'Bicara' means 'to speak'. The other options mean eat, sleep, and walk.
Which is the most formal way to ask the question?
Select the formal version:
The use of 'Apakah' and 'Anda' makes this the most formal and polite version.
Match the Indonesian phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the most common responses to the question.
Complete the dialogue.
Tourist: Permisi, _________? Local: Ya, saya bisa bicara bahasa Inggris. Ada apa?
The local's response confirms they can speak English, so the question must have been about that.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासBisa _______ bahasa Inggris?
'Bicara' means 'to speak'. The other options mean eat, sleep, and walk.
Select the formal version:
The use of 'Apakah' and 'Anda' makes this the most formal and polite version.
बाईं ओर के प्रत्येक आइटम को दाईं ओर के उसके जोड़े से मिलाएं:
These are the most common responses to the question.
Tourist: Permisi, _________? Local: Ya, saya bisa bicara bahasa Inggris. Ada apa?
The local's response confirms they can speak English, so the question must have been about that.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNot if you start with 'Permisi' (Excuse me) or 'Maaf' (Sorry). It's actually helpful for both parties.
In spoken Indonesian, no. Your tone of voice makes it a question.
It usually means they understand more than they can speak. Speak slowly and clearly.
Yes, it's a very common casual shortcut.
'Inggris' refers to the country/people. 'Bahasa' specifies you are talking about the language.
In cities and tourist areas, yes. In rural areas, much less so.
Say 'Saya bisa bicara bahasa Inggris.'
'Bicara' is formal/standard; 'ngomong' is casual/slang.
Use 'Anda' for strangers or elders, and 'Kamu' for people your age or younger.
Ask: 'Apakah dokternya bisa bicara bahasa Inggris?'
संबंधित मुहावरे
Bisa bantu saya?
builds onCan you help me?
Saya tidak mengerti.
similarI don't understand.
Apa bahasa Inggrisnya...?
specialized formWhat is the English for...?
Bicara pelan-pelan.
similarSpeak slowly.
