Significado
The act of putting money aside
Contexto cultural
The 'Celengan' (piggy bank) is a cultural icon. Historically made of clay in the shape of a wild boar (celeng), it's how most Indonesian children learn to 'simpan uang'. The concept of 'Gemiti' (frugality) is highly valued. Saving money is not just practical; it's seen as a spiritual discipline of self-control. Digital wallets like GoPay and OVO have changed how people 'simpan uang'. 'Simpan' now often refers to 'top-up' or keeping a balance in an app. Known for their trading prowess, the Minang people have a strong culture of 'merantau' (migrating) and 'simpan uang' to send back to their home village.
Use 'Nabung' with friends
If you want to sound like a local, use 'nabung' instead of 'simpan uang' in casual settings.
Don't say 'Save' for people
Remember, 'simpan uang' is for money. If you save a person from a fire, use 'selamatkan'.
Significado
The act of putting money aside
Use 'Nabung' with friends
If you want to sound like a local, use 'nabung' instead of 'simpan uang' in casual settings.
Don't say 'Save' for people
Remember, 'simpan uang' is for money. If you save a person from a fire, use 'selamatkan'.
The 'me-' prefix
Mastering 'menyimpan' will make your formal writing much better. Remember: S becomes NY.
The 'Mountain' Proverb
Mention 'Sedikit-sedikit lama-lama jadi bukit' when talking about saving; Indonesians will be very impressed!
Teste-se
Fill in the blank with the correct word for 'money'.
Saya mau simpan ___ di bank.
The phrase is 'simpan uang' (save money).
Which sentence means 'Budi saves money for a bike'?
Pilih kalimat yang benar:
'Simpan uang' is the correct collocation for saving.
Match the Indonesian phrase with its English meaning.
Pasangkan kata-kata berikut:
These are key terms related to saving money.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kamu mau beli apa? B: Aku mau beli tas baru, jadi aku harus ___.
To buy something expensive, you need to save money.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Simpan vs. Hemat
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosSaya mau simpan ___ di bank.
The phrase is 'simpan uang' (save money).
Pilih kalimat yang benar:
'Simpan uang' is the correct collocation for saving.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
These are key terms related to saving money.
A: Kamu mau beli apa? B: Aku mau beli tas baru, jadi aku harus ___.
To buy something expensive, you need to save money.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasIt is neutral. For very formal contexts, use 'menyimpan uang'.
Yes! 'Simpan file' or 'Simpan dokumen' is the standard term in IT.
It is a piggy bank. Traditionally made of clay, now often plastic or metal.
Yes, but 'menabung' is more specific to the habit of saving, while 'simpan uang' can also mean just putting money somewhere for a moment.
Saya simpan uang untuk beli mobil.
It means 'savings' (the noun).
Only if you are asking the shopkeeper to keep your money safe for you, which is rare. Otherwise, use 'bayar' (pay).
It's a rule in Indonesian grammar where the prefix 'me-' causes certain starting letters (K, T, S, P) to change.
It's an old habit, but nowadays most people use banks or digital apps.
It's pocket money or snack money, often what kids 'simpan'.
Frases relacionadas
Menabung
synonymTo save money (specifically in a bank or container)
Berhemat
similarTo be frugal/economical
Investasi
builds onInvestment
Bakar uang
contrastBurning money
Uang jajan
specialized formPocket money
