Almanak
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
An annual publication containing astronomical data, tables of rising and setting times of celestial bodies, and other navigation or “calendar” information.
Synonyms & Variants
buku tahunan
A publication issued annually containing data or records of events.
kalender
Calendar is more commonly used for daily dating
penanggalan
A system or method of calculating days and months in a year.
taqwim
A loanword from Arabic referring to a calendar or almanac.
tarikh
Dating or calculation of time based on years.
ephemeris
Technical term in astronomy
takwim
A more archaic term with religious nuances
annual
English equivalent often understood by professionals
primbon
Javanese cultural variant combining calendars with divination
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term originates from the Arabic root al-manakh which historically referred to calendars or climatic conditions. Through the influence of Medieval Latin and the Dutch word almanak, it evolved into a vital scientific instrument. Its usage reflects scientific precision and data authority. Socially, using this word is often associated with formal contexts such as maritime navigation or astronomy. In Indonesian discourse, it carries a scholarly nuance that distinguishes it from a common calendar, emphasizing the significance of celestial cycles in navigational traditions.
Real-world Usage
Kapten kapal sedang menelaah almanak untuk menentukan waktu navigasi yang paling akurat.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.