Malay · Greetings & Phrases
jumpa lagi
See you later
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A casual way to say goodbye, literally meet again.
Example
Saya pergi dulu. Jumpa lagi esok!
I am off. See you tomorrow!
Etymology
'Jumpa lagi' directly translates to 'meet again' from Malay, with 'jumpa' meaning 'meet' and 'lagi' meaning 'again'. This phrase showcases a culture of friendliness and anticipation of future encounters.
How & Where It’s Used
This informal phrase is commonly used when parting from friends or acquaintances with the hope of meeting again soon. It is prevalent in spoken language among all demographics in Malaysia.