Indonesian · Greetings & Phrases
selamat tinggal
Goodbye
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A farewell said by the person leaving; the one staying says selamat jalan.
Example
Selamat tinggal! Sampai jumpa lagi.
Goodbye! See you again.
Etymology
'Selamat tinggal' translates to 'safe leave.' The phrase has roots in traditional greetings which emphasize well-being during farewells.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in formal and informal situations, 'selamat tinggal' is appropriate in both spoken and written communication, commonly used during farewells across Indonesia.