This document provides expressions and examples for gratitude, apologizing, and accepting apologies in Indonesian. It includes common phrases for expressing thanks or gratitude, as well as apologizing and responses. Examples are given of short dialogues where a friend lends money to another and apologizes for missing a birthday party. The document aims to teach proper etiquette and phrases for gratitude, apologies, and their acceptance in Indonesian social interactions.

1. GRATTITUDE AND
APOLOGIZING
Meeting 2

2. Grattitude
(Berterima Kasih)
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3. Study these following expressions
of gratitude with its responses.
Accepting Thanks
» It’s Ok
» Never mind
» You’re welcome
» Not problem/not a t all
» That’s alright/that’s ok
» Don’t mention it
» It was my pleasure to help
Expressing Thanks/Gratitude
» Thanks
» Thank you
» Thank you so much
» That was very kind of you
» Thank you for your help
» Thanks a lot
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4. Listen and repeat the
dialogue after your teacher
Rina and Indah in a canteen.
» Rina: I am so hungry but I do not
bring enough money today.
» Indah: I can lend you some money
if you want.
» Rina: That is very kind of you. I will
repay it tomorrow.
» Indah: Never mind.
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5. Apoligizing
(Meminta Maaf)
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6. To apoligize is to tell someone
that you are sorry for having
done something that has caused
him unhappiness or
inconvenience
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7. Study these following expressions
of Appologizing with its responses.
Response
» No problem
» It’s Ok
» Don’t worry about it
» I forgive you
» There’s no need to apologize
» it’s fine
Making Apology
» I am sorry
» I apologize for..
» I am very sorry
» Sorry about that
» Please forgive me
» please accept my apologize
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8. Listening
A teacher and her student in a classroom.
Student: Excuse me, Ma’am. I am sorry for not
submitting my homework today, I forgot.
Teacher: No problem. But please don’t do it again.
Student: I will not do it again. Thank you very
much.
Teacher: You’re welcome.
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9. Read the text carefully
Dear Dita,
I’m very sorry I couldn’t come to your birthday party.
My parents were out of town and I had to take care of
my siblings. I promise I won’t miss your birthday party
next year. I have a gift for you. May I come over and
give it to you?
Sincerely,
Ami
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TEXT 1

10. Read the text carefully
Dear Ami,
I accept your apology. I understand why you couldn’t
come. Too bad you couldn’t make it to my party. We
had a lot of fun. Yes, you may come over to my house.
I’m looking forward to seeing you
Yours truly,
Dita
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TEXT 2

11. THANKS!
Any questions?
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