Indonesian · Greetings & Phrases
selamat tidur
Good night
Beginnerphrase
Definition
Said before going to bed, literally safe sleep.
Example
Aku mau tidur. Selamat tidur!
I am going to sleep. Good night!
Etymology
This phrase means 'safe sleep,' with 'selamat' indicating safety or well-being and 'tidur' meaning sleep. This reflects the cultural ethos of wishing wellness.
How & Where It’s Used
'Selamat tidur' is an informal and endearing phrase typically used at night among family and friends, both in spoken and written forms.