Indonesian · Greetings & Phrases
saya tidak mengerti
I don't understand
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A useful phrase for learners when something is unclear.
Example
Maaf, saya tidak mengerti. Bisa pelan-pelan?
Sorry, I don't understand. Can you speak slowly?
Etymology
'Saya tidak mengerti' means 'I do not understand,' coming from 'saya' (I), 'tidak' (not), and 'mengerti' (understand), emphasizing communication clarity.
How & Where It’s Used
Used informally in both spoken and written contexts, this phrase is common among learners and in everyday conversation when clarification is needed.