How to Say “Hello and Thank You” in Balinese

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Om Swastyastu matur suksma
Om Swastyastu matur suksma is the Balinese way to say "hello and thank you".
This phrase is used as a polite way to both greet someone and express gratitude in a single sequence.

Did you know?

  • While matur suksma means 'thank you', the word suksma is derived from the Sanskrit word for 'subtle' or 'refined'.
  • In Bali, you might see people perform a specific hand gesture called 'cakupan tangan' while saying this phrase, where the palms are pressed together at the chest.
  • The greeting Om Swastyastu is actually a sacred Hindu prayer used to invoke God's protection and blessings upon the listener.

Examples in context

  • Om Swastyastu matur suksma.
    Hello and thank you.
  • Om Swastyastu matur suksma antuk bantuanne.
    Hello and thank you for the help.
  • Om Swastyastu matur suksma pisan.
    Hello and thank you very much.

Example conversation

Kadek receives a gift from Nyoman.

  1. Kadek

    Om Swastyastu matur suksma, Nyoman.
    Hello and thank you, Nyoman.
  2. Nyoman

    Om Swastyastu, Kadek. Rahayu.
    Hello, Kadek. Be in peace.
  3. Kadek

    Suksma pisan hadiahne.
    Thank you very much for the gift.
  4. Nyoman

    Sama-sama, Kadek.
    You are welcome, Kadek.
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