Learn Indonesian | Jakartan Dialect “Buatin & Masukin”

When we understand how words changes from standard Bahasa Indonesia into Jakartan dialect, it will be easier for us to understand what the locals are saying. Therefore we have provided you with some examples here:

Standard:

Tolong buatkan saya secangkir kopi!

Please make me a cup of coffee!

Jakartan Dialect:

Tolong buatin saya secangkir kopi!

Please make me a cup of coffee!

Standard:

Tolong masukkan baju ini ke dalam lemari!

Please put this shirt into the cupboard!

Jakartan Dialect:

Tolong masukin baju ini ke dalam lemari!

Please put this shirt into the cupboard!

How are the examples? We hope these examples help you understand more about the difference between Jakartan Dialect and standard Bahasa Indonesia.

Watch this video to learn how these words are used in a conversation!

Selamat belajar!