Translation
Translation of the contract
Need Indonesian Translation?
Indonesian, spoken by approximately 252 million people, is the 10th most spoken language globally and the official language of Indonesia.
A Language Alive with Diversity
Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world, with over 300 ethnic groups sharing different languages and cultures. While many local dialects exist, Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) plays a key role in unifying the national language.
Indonesian is closely related to Malay, sharing spelling conventions and usage across the Malay Peninsula and Indonesian archipelago.
Characteristics of Indonesian Translation
Indonesians prefer indirect and euphemistic expressions rather than direct ones. For example, instead of saying “it doesn’t taste good,” they say “kurang enak (it’s a little less tasty).” When translating, it is important to consider these cultural characteristics and choose the words carefully. The language also incorporates a wide range of loanwords from Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, Portuguese, Dutch, and Chinese. For example:
- hari Minggu (Sunday) comes from Portuguese domingo
- buku (book) comes from Dutch boek
Indonesian has a wide range of vocabulary and requires an understanding of the context in which it is used, so it needs the careful approach of an experienced professional translator.
