Indonesian Word of the Day
maaf
/MA-af/ • interjection — 8th of Jun, 2026
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Meaning: sorry; excuse me (used to apologize or get someone's attention)
Examples
- Maaf, saya terlambat.
(Sorry, I'm late.) - Maaf, bisakah Anda mengulanginya?
(Excuse me, could you repeat that?) - Maafkan saya, itu salah saya.
(Forgive me, that was my mistake.)
Synonyms
- minta maaf
- maafkan saya
- permisi
Use 'maaf' to apologize for small mistakes or to politely get someone's attention. For a fuller apology use the phrase 'minta maaf' (to apologize) or 'maafkan saya' (forgive me). 'Permisi' is often used when passing by or entering a room.
Recent Words
| Date | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-16 | sudah | already; indicates that something has happened or ... |
| 2026-06-15 | siapa | who (used to ask about a person or people) |
| 2026-06-14 | kerja | work; job; to work (informal) |
| 2026-06-13 | sekarang | now; at the present time |
| 2026-06-12 | santai | relaxed, calm; to relax |
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