Berapa ongkosnya?
Meaning
Berapa ongkosnya? means How much is the fare?.
When to use
Ask before starting a ride. Use this with drivers, ticket staff, or when checking that you are on the right route.
How it works
Treat this as a ready-made phrase first. After it feels familiar, compare the translation and pronunciation chunks to see which part carries the request, object, place, or politeness.
Nuance
Neutral polite wording. Indonesian is often direct but polite; words like tolong, boleh, and permisi soften the request.
Watch out
Avoid translating word by word when speaking. Say the phrase as a complete chunk first.
Useful detail
Bahasa Indonesia usually has no verb conjugation by person, which makes short phrases reusable. Category: Transport and taxi.
Notes
Ask before starting a ride. Neutral polite wording.