Indonesian Word of the Day
maaf
/MA-af/ • interjection — 3rd of May, 2026
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Meaning: sorry; excuse me (used to apologize or ask for pardon)
Examples
- Maaf, saya terlambat.
(Sorry, I'm late.) - Maaf, boleh saya lewat?
(Excuse me, may I pass through?) - Maaf, saya tidak mengerti pertanyaannya.
(Sorry, I don't understand the question.)
Synonyms
- permisi
- mohon maaf
Use 'maaf' to apologize for mistakes, to express regret, or politely get someone's attention. For formal apologies, say 'mohon maaf'. 'Permisi' is closer to 'excuse me' when asking to pass or interrupt, while 'maaf' emphasizes apology.
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