The Words of Celebration: How Indonesians Mark Special Days
From birthdays to Independence Day, Indonesian kids grow up with cheerful phrases that bring people together. These words are filled with joy and meaning.
Words for Big Days and Small Surprises
Here are some common Indonesian words used during celebrations:
- Selamat! = Congratulations!
- Ulang tahun = Birthday
- Hari libur = Holiday
- Pesta = Party
- Hadiah = Gift/presentThese words show up in songs, games, and family moments—and kids love them!
Celebration Phrases That Stick
Kids also hear special phrases like:
- Selamat ulang tahun! = Happy birthday!
- Semoga bahagia! = Wishing you happiness!
- Ayo rayakan! = Let’s celebrate!These short phrases help kids express kindness and joy.
Fun Celebration-Themed Activities
Create a Birthday Card in Indonesian
Let kids design a birthday or celebration card using Indonesian phrases like “Selamat ulang tahun!” and “Hadiah untuk kamu.”
Holiday Word Hunt
Hide small notes with Indonesian holiday words around the house or classroom. Kids collect them and read each one out loud.
Dinolingo helps kids learn festive Indonesian words with songs, stories, and interactive animations. With fun characters and bright visuals, kids ages 2–14 stay engaged and joyful as they learn.
Whether it’s a birthday party or a cultural festival, Dinolingo offers offline materials like printable flashcards and worksheets so kids can celebrate in Indonesian anywhere, anytime.
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