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How to Say "Money" in Indonesian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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"Money" in Indonesian 路 say it like oo-ahng

The most natural way to say "Money" in Indonesian is uang. 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

duit
more casual and commonly used in everyday conversation
mata uang
formal term often used in economic contexts

When to use it

You can use 'uang' in most situations when talking about money. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. 'Duit' is more casual and often used among friends or in everyday conversations. 'Mata uang' is suitable for discussions related to finance or economics.

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Examples in Indonesian

IndonesianEnglish
Saya perlu uang untuk membeli makanan.I need money to buy food.
Dia menyimpan uang di bank.He saves money in the bank.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'uang' with 'harga' (price), but they are not interchangeable.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear uang, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Indonesian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'uang' and 'duit'?

'Uang' is more formal, while 'duit' is informal and commonly used in daily conversations.

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