Indonesia: primary language is Indonesian — English is limited — a translation app is genuinely useful.
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The primary language in Indonesia is Indonesian.
English is limited — a translation app is genuinely useful. Limited outside Bali's main tourist areas — a translation app is genuinely useful elsewhere in the country.
Learning "hello," "please," "thank you," "excuse me," and "the check please" in the local language goes a long way anywhere, including Indonesia — locals consistently appreciate the effort.
Yes — an offline translation app is genuinely useful in Indonesia, especially outside major tourist areas.