Sampai Jumpa
See You Later
'Sampai' = 'until,' 'jumpa' = 'meet.' Like saying 'until we meet again!'
Learn to say goodbye in Indonesian with "Sampai Jumpa," meaning "See you later" or "Until we meet again." This warm farewell phrase in Bahasa Indonesia expresses the hope of meeting again and is preferred over a final-sounding goodbye.
💬Example Sentences
Sampai jumpa lagi, teman-teman!
See you again, friends!
Sampai jumpa besok di kantor.
See you tomorrow at the office.
Sudah malam, saya pulang dulu. Sampai jumpa!
It's late, I'm heading home. See you later!
🏭Cultural Context
Indonesians tend to avoid definitive goodbyes, preferring expressions that imply future meetings. "Sampai jumpa" conveys optimism that you will see each other again. Variations include "sampai jumpa lagi" (see you again), "sampai besok" (see you tomorrow), and "sampai nanti" (see you later today). In Indonesian culture, departures are often drawn out with extended farewells and repeated well-wishes. It is common for a host to walk you to the door or even to your car, continuing to chat. Leaving abruptly without proper farewells can be considered impolite.