Indonesian · Greetings & Phrases
selamat malam
Good evening
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A greeting used at night.
Example
Selamat malam! Silakan masuk.
Good evening! Please come in.
Etymology
'Selamat malam' translates to 'safe evening' from 'selamat' and 'malam.' The phrase emphasizes the cultural importance of wishing others well at the end of the day.
How & Where It’s Used
Primarily used in formal contexts, 'selamat malam' is appropriate for both spoken and written communication during the evening hours throughout Indonesia.