A1 Expression ニュートラル

Bisa bicara bahasa Inggris?

Can you speak English?

意味

Asking about someone's English language ability.

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文化的背景

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.

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Smile while asking

Indonesians value friendliness. A smile makes the question much more polite.

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Use 'Sedikit'

If you speak a little Indonesian, say 'Saya bisa bahasa Indonesia sedikit' first. It builds immediate rapport.

意味

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.

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Don't just say 'English?'

Saying just one word can come across as rude or demanding. Use the full phrase.

自分をテスト

Fill in the missing word to ask 'Can you speak English?'

Bisa _______ bahasa Inggris?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: bicara

'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:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Apakah Anda bisa bicara bahasa Inggris?

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:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Bisa bicara bahasa Inggris? - Can you speak English?

These are the most common responses to the question.

Complete the dialogue.

Tourist: Permisi, _________? Local: Ya, saya bisa bicara bahasa Inggris. Ada apa?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Bisa bicara bahasa Inggris

The local's response confirms they can speak English, so the question must have been about that.

🎉 スコア: /4

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4 問題
Fill in the missing word to ask 'Can you speak English?' Fill Blank A1

Bisa _______ bahasa Inggris?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: bicara

'Bicara' means 'to speak'. The other options mean eat, sleep, and walk.

Which is the most formal way to ask the question? Choose A2

Select the formal version:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Apakah Anda bisa bicara bahasa Inggris?

The use of 'Apakah' and 'Anda' makes this the most formal and polite version.

Match the Indonesian phrase to its English meaning. Match A1

左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Bisa bicara bahasa Inggris? - Can you speak English?

These are the most common responses to the question.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A1

Tourist: Permisi, _________? Local: Ya, saya bisa bicara bahasa Inggris. Ada apa?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Bisa bicara bahasa Inggris

The local's response confirms they can speak English, so the question must have been about that.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

10 問

Not 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?'

関連フレーズ

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Bisa bantu saya?

builds on

Can you help me?

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Saya tidak mengerti.

similar

I don't understand.

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Apa bahasa Inggrisnya...?

specialized form

What is the English for...?

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Bicara pelan-pelan.

similar

Speak slowly.

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