kata-kata
The English phrase 'words' is translated into Indonesian as kata-kata.
The term kata-kata can refer to both a collection of individual words and a person's spoken or written remarks/statements.
How does it change in a sentence?
Indonesian uses reduplication (repeating the word) to indicate plurality in kata-kata. The singular form of kata-kata is kata.
Did you know?
- In formal Indonesian, the word kata can be replaced by sabda when referring to the words of a deity or a king.
- The phrase kata-kata is frequently used in social media contexts to refer to 'quotes' or 'motivational sayings' that people share.
- The word kata also serves as a common shorthand for the verb 'to say'. In casual conversation, you will often see it used where English would use 'said' or 'says'.
Examples in context
- Aku benci kata-kata ini.I hate these words.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for specific words.Tatoeba #12432358 by HAGNi, translation #863662 by cris
- Kalimat terdiri dari kata-kata.Sentences are made up of words.This sentence is useful for explaining what constitutes a sentence.Tatoeba #12034126 by HAGNi, translation #9391476 by Adelpa
- Dia masih percaya pada kata-katanya.He still believes her words.This sentence is useful for describing someone's belief in what a person has said.Tatoeba #808750 by windra, translation #289256 by Luornu
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Example conversation
Rian and Sari are discussing a poem in a library.
- RianApa arti kata-kata dalam puisi ini?What is the meaning of the words in this poem?
- SariKata-kata itu sangat indah, Rian.Those words are very beautiful, Rian.
- RianApakah kamu mengerti semua kata-kata ini?Do you understand all these words?
- SariTidak, aku perlu mencari artinya.No, I need to look up their meanings.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
