Generally, ya means yes and tidak means no. If you need help, Tolong is the word. Terima Kasih means thank you, while welcome is Kembali. If you’d like to apologize, you can say Maaf. Permisi in the local language means exucse me. If you wanted the cab driver to wait for you, just tell him Tunggu sebentar ( Just a minute ). If you’re wondering whether or not you are allowed to take photographs, you may ask Bisa saya potret (May i take a photo)? If in any case that you may face a little difficulties in communication, you may want to jot down these few sentences that may help you alot.

I (don’t) understand: Saya (tidak) mengerti
Do you speak English: Apakah anda bisa berbicara Bahasa Inggris?
Does anyone here speak English: Ada yang bisa berbicara Bahasa Inggris?
I can only speak a little (Indonesian): Saya hanya bisa berbicara sedikit (Bahasa Indonesia)
How do you say… in Indonesia: Bagaimana harus mengatakan…dalam Bahasa Indonesia?

If you want to greet in local language,
Good morning: Selamat Pagi (before 11am)
Good day: Selamat siang (noon to 2pm), Selamat sore (3pm-6pm)
Good evening: Selamat malam (after dark)
Good night: Selamat tidor (to someone who is going to bed )
Goodbye: Selamat tinggal (to the one staying behind), Selamat jalan (to the one leaving)
How are you: Apa kabar?
I’m fine: Kabar baik
What is your name: Siapa nama anda?
My name is…: Nama saya…
Where are you from: Anda dari mana?
I am from…: Saya dari…

Quick conversation tips you would want to know when you’re on a Shopping Spree!
What is this?: Apa ini?
How much is this?: Berapa harganya?
I’d like to buy: Saya mau beli
No, I don’t want to buy: Saya tidak mau beli
I don’t like it: Saya ngak suka
May I have a look?: Bisa lihat ini?
Another one: Satu lagi
Give me discount: Bisa kurang lagi harganya?
Too expensive: Terlalu mahal