Saya Alergi...
I'm Allergic to...
'Alergi' sounds just like 'allergy'! Add what you're allergic to: 'saya alergi kacang' = 'I'm allergic to nuts.' This could save your life!
Learn to say "I'm allergic to..." in Indonesian with "Saya Alergi." This potentially lifesaving phrase in Bahasa Indonesia helps you communicate food allergies and medical conditions clearly when dining or seeking medical help in Indonesia.
💬Example Sentences
Saya alergi kacang.
I'm allergic to nuts.
Ada kacang di makanan ini?
Are there nuts in this food?
Saya alergi udang dan kepiting.
I'm allergic to shrimp and crab.
🏭Cultural Context
Food allergy awareness is growing in Indonesia but is not yet as widespread as in Western countries. Many traditional dishes use peanuts, shrimp paste ("terasi"), and various nuts without listing ingredients. It is very important to communicate allergies clearly and repeatedly, especially at street food stalls where the cook may not immediately understand. Writing your allergies on a card in Indonesian is highly recommended. Common allergens in Indonesian food include: "kacang" (peanuts/nuts — very common in satay sauce and gado-gado), "udang" (shrimp — terasi/shrimp paste is in many dishes), "kedelai" (soy), and "telur" (eggs). The phrase "saya bisa mati kalau makan..." (I could die if I eat...) communicates the seriousness if needed.