Making Indonesian accessible to all
IndoLingua is a digital platform (SaaS) for learning Indonesian. Born from a conviction: Indonesian is a beautiful, strategic language, and much more accessible than people think. Our web application takes you from your first "Selamat pagi" to conversations with locals.
What is IndoLingua?
IndoLingua.fr is a French online platform to learn Indonesian from A1 to C2, with 180 structured lessons, varied exercises and smart flashcards.
IndoLingua.fr
Online learning platform • 180 lessons A1-C2 • spaced repetition
IndoLingua.org
Language institute in New Delhi • Not affiliated with IndoLingua.fr
IndoLingua.net
Translation service USA • Not affiliated with IndoLingua.fr
ℹ️ IndoLingua.fr is a French company specialising in learning Indonesian online, unrelated to indolingua.org (India) or indolingua.net (USA).
Our mission
Indonesia is an underrated giant. 4th largest population, 16th economy, incredibly rich culture... And yet, very few English speakers know Indonesian.
We created IndoLingua to change that. Our web application combines a proven pedagogical method with the latest innovations in artificial intelligence to offer effective learning software accessible from any browser.
Whether you're preparing a trip to Bali, relocating to Jakarta, or simply passionate about languages, IndoLingua supports you every step of the way.
Our values
What drives us daily and guides every decision we make.
Pedagogical excellence
Proven methods, structured progression from A1 to C2, validated by linguistics experts.
Accessibility
Indonesian for everyone, with fair pricing and a free trial with no commitment.
Innovation
Technology serving learning: spaced repetition, automatically corrected exercises, personalized recommendations.
Passion
A genuine love for Indonesia, its culture, diversity, and 17,000 islands.
Why learn Indonesian?
- ✓270+ million speakers
- ✓One of the easiest languages
- ✓Unique professional opportunities
- ✓Gateway to Southeast Asia
- ✓Fascinating culture and cuisine
- ✓17,000 islands to explore
Why are you learning Indonesian?
Pick your path — we tailor everything to your goal.
Free Resources to Learn Indonesian
Complete guides, comparisons and practical tips
Beginner Guide — Where to Start
Alphabet, pronunciation, essential grammar, first 100 words, 30-day roadmap to A1
Read the guideLearn Indonesian — Complete Guide
A1-C2 levels, methods, duration, app comparison
Read the guideEssential Phrases for Travelers
50+ practical phrases for Bali, Jakarta, markets
Read the guideIndonesian vs Malay: Key Differences
80% mutual intelligibility, vocabulary, grammar
Read the guideBest App to Learn Indonesian
2026 comparison: IndoLingua vs Duolingo, Babbel, Pimsleur
Read the guideHow Long to Learn Indonesian?
FSI timeline: 900h total from A1 to C2
Read the guideIndonesian Alphabet & Pronunciation
26 letters, IPA, 5 pronunciation pitfalls
Read the guideIndonesian Grammar Basics
No conjugations, no genders, no tones
Read the guideCommon Indonesian Mistakes
Top 10 pitfalls for English and French speakers
Read the guideWhat Language Is Spoken in Bali?
Indonesian, Balinese and English — traveler guide
Read the guideIndonesian Numbers Guide
Count 1 to 1,000,000, prices, dates, ordinals
Read the guideRupiah Converter
Rupiah to USD, EUR and 12 more currencies, daily rates
Read the guideLearn Indonesian in 30 Days
Week-by-week A1 roadmap, 20-30 min/day
Read the guideWhy Learn Indonesian?
6 reasons: economy, travel, ease, culture, CV
Read the guideIndonesian Greetings
30+ ways to say hello, thanks, goodbye (time, religion, respect)
Read the guideIndonesian Food Words
60+ words: dishes, ingredients, restaurants, spice, allergies
Read the guideFormal vs Informal Indonesian — When to Switch
Anda or kamu, saya or aku: which register with a boss, a vendor, a friend
Read the guideBalinese or Indonesian — Which One for Bali
Everyone in Bali speaks Indonesian; Balinese is a separate language, kept for local circles
Read the guideIndonesian vs Mandarin vs Japanese — The Easiest
No tones, no characters, no conjugation: what makes Indonesian far quicker to start
Read the guideReduplication (Kata Ulang)
Why “anak-anak” means children, and when doubling a word changes its meaning
Read the guideBabbel Indonesian — Stops at A2
Babbel says it itself: its Indonesian goes up to A2. What it does well, and what comes next
Read the guidePimsleur Indonesian — One Level, 30 Lessons
30 audio lessons, about 15 hours, and no Level 2. Who it is for
Read the guideitalki vs Preply for Indonesian
Median price checked on 30 Sept: $12 on italki, $15 on Preply. When a tutor is worth it
Read the guideDoes Rosetta Stone Have Indonesian?
No: not among its 25 current languages. Why you still see it listed, and what to use instead
Read the guideDuolingo Indonesian — How Far It Takes You
The course stops around A2, with no Stories and no podcast, and teaches formal register only
Read the guideOrdering Food at a Warung
The phrases to order, the menu words, and how to ask for it less spicy
Read the guideGrab and Gojek — How They Work
Booking a ride or a meal, and the phrases you need with the driver
Read the guideBali Temples — Dress Code and Rules
Sarong, sash, covered shoulders: the dress code and the access rules to know
Read the guideWhat are the best storytelling apps with Indonesian support?
Beelinguapp and LingQ both carry Indonesian; Duolingo Stories does not. What each one actually gives you — and what to read once the story library runs out.
Read the guideBali Tourist Scams — Phrases to Avoid Them
Money changers, scooter damage, taxi meters: the common situations and what to say in Indonesian
Read the guideHow to Bargain in Indonesia and Bali
Market phrases, how much to offer, when to walk away — and where not to haggle
Read the guideRenting a Scooter in Bali
Cost, the license you need, helmet and police, refuelling: what to know and what to say
Read the guideFree Indonesian Resources — and Where They Stop
An honest inventory: what each free resource covers, and the level where it stops
Read the guideIndoLingua · indolingua.fr · Learn Indonesian from A1 to C2
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