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What is the difference between Kami and Kita in Indonesian?
There are two concepts of “we/us/our/ours” in Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian). Although all of them (from subject pronouns to possessive adjectives) are defined as “kami” and “kita”, the usage of both words is totally different. “Kami” is used when ‘the person(s) you are talking to’ is (are) not included.
What is a Kita in Indonesia?
If you want to live or work in Indonesia, you will need something called a KITAS (Kartu Izin Tinggal Terbatas), which is a Residence Permit Card for a temporary or limited stay. It allows the holder to stay in Indonesia for a period of up to 12 months, but which can be extended if need be.
What does Japri mean?
Japri is the abbreviation of Jalur Pribadi. It means private chat.
Is Saya formal or informal?
My understanding is that Saya is formal and Aku is informal for the first person (I, me, mine). Anda is the formal and Kamu is the informal for the second person (you, your). But most of the sentences here use Saya with/and Kamu.
What are yin and Yang and why do they matter?
Yin and yang are also the starting point for change. When something is whole, by definition, it’s unchanging and complete. So when you split something into two halves – yin/yang, it upsets the equilibrium of wholeness. Both halves are chasing after each other as they seek a new balance with each other.
What is the difference between the Malay and Indonesian languages?
The Malay language in Indonesia and Malaysia also differs in recognition, where in Malaysia it enjoys status as the national language ( Malaysian language ), while in Indonesia it is considered a regional language in Malay-speaking areas such as the eastern coast of Sumatra and West Kalimantan.
What is the official language of Indonesia?
Indonesian is the national language which serves as the unifying language of Indonesia; despite being a standardized form of Malay, it is not referred to with the term “Malay” in common parlance.
What is the importance of Jawi script in Malaysia?
It is the medium of expression of kings, nobility and the religious scholars. It is the traditional symbol of Malay culture and civilisation. Jawi was used not only amongst the ruling class, but also the common people. The Islamisation and Malayisation of the region popularised Jawi into a dominant script.