Saya Mau Ke...
I Want to Go To...
'Ke' = 'to' (direction). 'Saya mau ke pantai' = 'I want to go to the beach.'
Master "Saya Mau Ke..." meaning "I want to go to..." in Indonesian. This is the single most important travel phrase in Bahasa Indonesia, used every time you take a taxi, ojek, or bus to tell the driver your destination across the Indonesian islands.
💬Example Sentences
Saya mau ke bandara, Pak.
I want to go to the airport, Sir.
Saya mau ke pasar tradisional.
I want to go to the traditional market.
Kami mau ke pantai Kuta.
We want to go to Kuta beach.
🏭Cultural Context
This phrase will become your most-used sentence in Indonesia. Whether you are hailing a taxi, booking a Grab or Gojek ride, or asking for bus directions, "saya mau ke..." followed by your destination is the standard way to communicate where you want to go. In Indonesian cities, ride-hailing apps have revolutionized transportation, but you will still need this phrase for traditional taxis, becak (pedicabs), and when asking locals for directions. Popular destinations to practice with include "saya mau ke bandara" (I want to go to the airport), "saya mau ke pasar" (I want to go to the market), and "saya mau ke hotel" (I want to go to the hotel). Showing the address on your phone while saying this phrase is a foolproof combination.