Malay · Greetings & Phrases
selamat berkenalan
Nice to meet you
Beginnerphrase
Definition
Said when meeting someone for the first time.
Example
Selamat berkenalan dengan awak!
Nice to meet you!
Etymology
'Selamat berkenalan' translates to 'happy to meet you' from the words 'selamat' (safe) and 'berkenalan' (to get to know). Its usage symbolizes friendliness in new acquaintances.
How & Where It’s Used
'Selamat berkenalan' is used in formal introductions and is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. It reflects the polite nature of Malay interactions.