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How to Say "Hurry up" in Indonesian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Cepatlah
"Hurry up" in Indonesian 路 say it like cheh-paht-lah

The most natural way to say "Hurry up" in Indonesian is Cepatlah. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Ayo
more casual, often used among friends
Segera
more formal, used in official contexts

When to use it

You can use 'Cepatlah' when you want someone to speed up their actions. It is appropriate in both casual and semi-formal situations. Use it when you feel urgency, like when someone is running late or needs to finish a task quickly.

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Examples in Indonesian

IndonesianEnglish
Cepatlah, kita sudah terlambat!Hurry up, we are already late!
Cepatlah, filmnya sudah mulai.Hurry up, the movie has already started.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Cepatlah' with 'Cepat', forgetting to use the imperative form.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is 'Cepatlah' rude?

No, it is not rude, but the tone can make it sound urgent or demanding.

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