selamat datang

Definition

Used to welcome guests or new arrivals.

Example

Etymology

'Selamat datang' means 'safe arrival', composed of 'selamat' (safe) and 'datang' (arrival). It is used to greet someone upon their arrival.

How & Where It’s Used

'Selamat datang' is typically used in both formal and informal contexts when welcoming someone. It is widely spoken in Malaysia and Indonesia.

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