Signification
Sending a text or digital communication
Contexte culturel
When messaging someone for the first time, it is vital to introduce yourself and apologize for the intrusion. Sending a message out of the blue without a greeting is often seen as 'kurang ajar' (rude). In very casual circles, people send just the letter 'P' to check if someone is active. However, this is controversial and often disliked in professional or semi-formal settings. Many Indonesians start their 'kirim pesan' with religious greetings like 'Assalamualaikum' or 'Shalom' depending on their background, even in neutral contexts. Indonesians love using stickers in 'kirim pesan'. A message is often considered 'cold' if it doesn't include an emoji or a sticker to soften the tone.
Use 'WA' for WhatsApp
Instead of 'kirim pesan lewat WhatsApp', most people just say 'Kirim WA ya'.
Avoid 'P'
Don't send just 'P' to people you don't know well; it's considered impatient.
Signification
Sending a text or digital communication
Use 'WA' for WhatsApp
Instead of 'kirim pesan lewat WhatsApp', most people just say 'Kirim WA ya'.
Avoid 'P'
Don't send just 'P' to people you don't know well; it's considered impatient.
The 'Basa-basi' Rule
Always start a message to a stranger with 'Halo' and 'Maaf mengganggu'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct word to say 'I want to send a message'.
Saya mau ___ pesan ke Ibu.
'Kirim' means to send, which is the correct verb for a message (pesan).
Which sentence is the most natural way to ask a friend to text you privately?
Choose the best option:
'Japri' is the common informal term for a private message.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kamu sudah kasih tahu Budi? B: Belum, nanti saya ___ pesan lewat WhatsApp.
You 'send' (kirim) a message via WhatsApp.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are in a formal meeting and need to tell your boss you sent the report via text.
This uses the formal prefix 'me-' and the polite address 'Pak'.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesSaya mau ___ pesan ke Ibu.
'Kirim' means to send, which is the correct verb for a message (pesan).
Choose the best option:
'Japri' is the common informal term for a private message.
A: Kamu sudah kasih tahu Budi? B: Belum, nanti saya ___ pesan lewat WhatsApp.
You 'send' (kirim) a message via WhatsApp.
Situation: You are in a formal meeting and need to tell your boss you sent the report via text.
This uses the formal prefix 'me-' and the polite address 'Pak'.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it's a general term for any digital message, including SMS, DMs, and even emails.
Only in formal writing. In speaking, 'kirim pesan' is much more natural.
It stands for 'Jalur Pribadi' and means 'message me privately' (usually outside of a group chat).
Yes, though 'kirim email' is more specific and common.
'Kirim kabar' is more about giving a life update or checking in, while 'kirim pesan' is just the act of texting.
In Indonesian culture, people are generally patient, but ignoring a message for days can be seen as 'sombong' (arrogant).
The passive form is 'pesan dikirim' (the message was sent).
Yes, that is perfectly correct and common.
You can say 'Kirim pesan ke aku ya' or 'Kabari aku ya'.
No, 'nge-chat' is very informal slang used with friends.
Expressions liées
Balas pesan
builds onTo reply to a message
Titip pesan
similarTo leave a message (via someone else)
Pesan singkat
specialized formShort message (SMS)
Salah kirim
specialized formSent to the wrong person
