Indonesian · Greetings & Phrases

selamat tidur

Good night

Beginnerphrase

Definition

Said before going to bed, literally safe sleep.

Example

Aku mau tidur. Selamat tidur!

I am going to sleep. Good night!

Etymology

This phrase means 'safe sleep,' with 'selamat' indicating safety or well-being and 'tidur' meaning sleep. This reflects the cultural ethos of wishing wellness.

How & Where It’s Used

'Selamat tidur' is an informal and endearing phrase typically used at night among family and friends, both in spoken and written forms.

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