Indonesian · Adjectives

bagus

Good; nice

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of high quality; used for things, while baik describes character.

Example

Film ini bagus sekali.

This movie is very good.

Etymology

'Bagus' is derived from the Javanese language, which has heavily influenced Indonesian. It signifies quality, often conveying a sense of goodness or attractiveness.

How & Where It’s Used

'Bagus' is used informally in daily conversation and can also appear in more formal contexts. It is widely understood throughout Indonesia.

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