Bedeutung
The act of putting on clothing
Kultureller Hintergrund
Wearing Batik ('pakai baju batik') is a matter of national pride. It is recognized by UNESCO and is the standard formal wear for both government and social functions. In many parts of Indonesia, 'pakai baju yang sopan' (wearing polite clothes) means covering shoulders and knees, especially when visiting religious sites or government offices. Indonesian students have specific uniforms for different days (e.g., Red/White for Elementary, Batik on certain days, Scout uniforms on others). 'Pakai seragam' is a huge part of childhood. During 'Lebaran' (Eid), it is a widespread tradition to buy and 'pakai baju baru' to symbolize spiritual renewal after the fasting month.
The Universal Verb
You can use 'pakai' for clothes, shoes, hats, glasses, and even perfume! It's the ultimate 'wearing' verb.
Formal vs Informal
Don't forget the 'me-' prefix (memakai) in formal exams or job interviews.
Bedeutung
The act of putting on clothing
The Universal Verb
You can use 'pakai' for clothes, shoes, hats, glasses, and even perfume! It's the ultimate 'wearing' verb.
Formal vs Informal
Don't forget the 'me-' prefix (memakai) in formal exams or job interviews.
Shorten it like a local
In Jakarta, just say 'pake' (pronounced pah-keh) to sound instantly more like a local.
Dress for Respect
If you're unsure what to wear, 'pakai baju rapi' (wear neat clothes) is always the safest bet in Indonesia.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct word for 'wear/put on'.
Saya sedang ___ baju merah.
'Pakai' is the correct verb for wearing or putting on clothes.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'He is wearing a new shirt'?
Choose the correct sentence:
The order is Subject (Dia) + Verb (pakai) + Object (baju) + Adjective (baru).
Match the Indonesian phrase with its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the most common collocations involving 'baju'.
Complete the dialogue.
Ibu: 'Budi, ayo ___ baju sekolah!' | Budi: 'Iya, Bu.'
In the context of school uniforms, 'pakai' is the necessary action.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a fitting room at a mall. What do you say?
You are currently trying on or wearing the item.
🎉 Ergebnis: /5
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Things you can 'Pakai'
Clothing
- • Baju
- • Celana
- • Rok
Accessories
- • Kacamata
- • Topi
- • Jam tangan
Footwear
- • Sepatu
- • Sandal
- • Kaos kaki
Aufgabensammlung
5 AufgabenSaya sedang ___ baju merah.
'Pakai' is the correct verb for wearing or putting on clothes.
Choose the correct sentence:
The order is Subject (Dia) + Verb (pakai) + Object (baju) + Adjective (baru).
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
These are the most common collocations involving 'baju'.
Ibu: 'Budi, ayo ___ baju sekolah!' | Budi: 'Iya, Bu.'
In the context of school uniforms, 'pakai' is the necessary action.
You are in a fitting room at a mall. What do you say?
You are currently trying on or wearing the item.
🎉 Ergebnis: /5
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenTechnically 'baju' means shirt, but in the phrase 'pakai baju', it is often used generically to mean 'getting dressed' or 'wearing clothes'.
'Pakai' is the base form used in daily conversation. 'Memakai' is the formal version with the 'me-' prefix used in writing and formal speech.
Yes! You can say 'pakai sepatu'. 'Pakai' is used for anything you put on your body.
You can say 'Saya sedang pakai baju'. The word 'sedang' indicates the action is happening now.
'Baju' is neutral. The more formal word for clothing is 'pakaian' or 'busana'.
You use 'Buka baju' or 'Lepas baju'.
'Pake' is the informal, colloquial pronunciation and spelling common in Jakarta and social media.
Yes, 'pakai makeup' or 'pakai riasan' is very common.
It means you 'pakai baju' that doesn't match the event (e.g., wearing a swimsuit to a wedding).
Indonesian doesn't change the verb. Just add 'tadi' (earlier) or 'sudah' (already). 'Saya sudah pakai baju'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Ganti baju
similarTo change clothes
Lepas baju
contrastTo take off clothes
Mengenakan pakaian
specialized formTo wear/don attire
Berpakaian
builds onTo be dressed
Baju baru
similarNew clothes
