Hello, everyone!
Today, weโre learning how to say phone numbers in Indonesian! ๐ฑ Whether youโre making friends, traveling, or handling business, knowing how to say your phone number clearly is essential. Itโs actually quite simpleโjust follow along and practice with me! ๐
1. How to Read a Phone Number in Indonesian
In Indonesia, phone numbers are usually spoken in groups of 3-4 digits, similar to how they are in English. The key is to pronounce each number separately and keep a steady rhythm!
Try reading the number in Indonesian before checking the answer!
๐ Indonesian phone number: 0813-2756-4902
How to say it : Kosong delapan satu tiga, dua tujuh lima enam, empat sembilan kosong dua.
๐ก Tip: It sounds much more natural when you keep a steady rhythm. If you're still confused about numbers, check out my previous post and video, where we learned numbers through a fun song! ๐ถ
๐ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFxApn5T7Do/?igsh=MWJsbGVhcnNiNDlsMw==
2. Essential Number Vocabulary
Hereโs how to pronounce numbers in Indonesian:
0 โ Kosong
1 โ Satu
2 โ Dua
3 โ Tiga
4 โ Empat
5 โ Lima
6 โ Enam
7 โ Tujuh
8 โ Delapan
9 โ Sembilan
REMEMBER : The number 0 is always "Kosong" in Indonesian, NOT "Zero"!
3. Practical Conversations โ Using Phone Numbers in Real Life
Example 1: Asking for Someoneโs Phone Number
๐ฃ๏ธ A: Nomor telepon kamu berapa? (Whatโs your phone number?)
๐ฃ๏ธ B: Nomorku kosong delapan satu tiga, dua tujuh lima enam, empat sembilan kosong dua.
Example 2: Asking Politely in a Business Setting
๐ฃ๏ธ A: Bisakah saya tahu nomor telepon kamu? (Could I have your phone number?)
๐ฃ๏ธ B: Boleh! Nomor telepon saya kosong delapan lima lima, tujuh enam tiga empat, dua satu nol.
Try practicing these phrases! You never know when you might need to ask for a phone number in Indonesian!
4. Phone Number Quiz โ Can You Get It Right?
๐ก QUIZ: Try reading these numbers out loud in Indonesian!
๐ 1st Number: 0877-1234-5678
๐ 2nd Number: 0812-3456-7890
๐ก Hint : 0 is Kosong
Say each number separately!
๐ Drop your answers in the comments! Letโs practice together!
5. Cultural Tips โ What You Should Know About Phone Numbers in Indonesia
1) Always Say "Kosong" for 0.
Unlike English, where "Zero" is often used, in Indonesian, you should always say Kosong when reading phone numbers.
2) Use Formal Language in Business Situations.
If you're in a business or professional setting, ask politely when requesting someone's number:
Bisakah saya tahu nomor telepon Anda? (May I know your phone number?)
3) WhatsApp is More Popular than Calls.
In Indonesia, WhatsApp is the most common way to communicate, even more than regular phone calls!
If someone gives you their number, they usually expect you to contact them via WhatsApp.
6. Put It into Practice!
Now that youโve learned how to say phone numbers in Indonesian, try using it in real life!
๐ Write the first 4 digits of your phone number in Indonesian in the comments! Letโs practice together!
Next, weโll learn how to talk about dates in Indonesian! Stay tuned!
๐ Join me for a 60-second practice reels! ๐ฅ
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DF41ru1zgOo/?igsh=czRmajh3cTRmZzk2
Sampai jumpa di pelajaran berikutnya! (See you in the next lesson!)
