How to say “How are you?” in Indonesian
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Indonesian. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Apa kabar?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Indonesian
Halo, Apa kabar?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Indonesian?
"How are you?" in Indonesian is "Apa kabar?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Apa kabar?" written in Indonesian?
"Apa kabar?" is the standard written form in Indonesian, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Apa kabar?" in Indonesian?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Apa kabar?" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Apa kabar?" mean in English?
"Apa kabar?" is the Indonesian way of saying "How are you?" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "How are you?" in Indonesian?
Many languages — including Indonesian — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Apa kabar?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Indonesian spoken?
Indonesian is spoken by an estimated 43 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Indonesian dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Indonesian dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Apa kabar?" or any other Indonesian text.