Salim in English

salim means respectful greeting (kiss hand) in Indonesian. Pronounced SAH-leem.

Example

Anak-anak salim ke nenek.
Children kiss grandma's hand respectfully.

Usage

A traditional gesture: touching/kissing the hand of an elder. Common at family gatherings and Eid.

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• adat istiadat — customs and traditions
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