GRAMMAR & FUNCTION WORDS

kanggo

for (polite)

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SUNDANESE TO ENGLISH

What does kanggo mean in Sundanese?

kanggo is a Sundanese particle meaning “for (polite).” Compare how it appears in real speech, then explore the related grammar & function words words below. This is a polite (lemes) form, suited to elders, strangers, and formal settings.

In the SpeakMore Sundanese dictionary, kanggo is glossed as for (polite). Meaning can shift with region, speech level, and context.

ENGLISH TO SUNDANESE

How do you say “for (polite)” in Sundanese?

kanggo

To say “for (polite)” in Sundanese, use kanggo.

COMMON QUESTIONS

kanggo FAQ

What does kanggo mean in Sundanese?

kanggo means “for (polite)” in Sundanese. It is listed as a particle in the Grammar & Function Words topic cluster.

How do you say “for (polite)” in Sundanese?

“for (polite)” in Sundanese is kanggo. Use this page as a quick reference, then practise the word in short sentences and real conversation.

Is kanggo Sundanese or Indonesian?

kanggo is a word used in Sundanese (Basa Sunda), a distinct language of West Java and Banten. Sundanese is separate from Indonesian and from Javanese, even though the languages share some vocabulary.