Djika
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Indonesian•1 meaning found
Definition & Context
ConjunctionConjunction
A word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause.
A conjunction used to express a “condition” or “supposition”. (Modern Synonym: jika)
Synonyms & Variants
apabila
apabila
A conditional or temporal conjunction used in formal and official written contexts.
Register Variant
bila
bila
Conjunction expressing a condition or time, often interchangeable with 'kalau' or 'jika'.
Register Variant
jika
jika
Conjunction expressing a condition or supposition, often used in more formal or written contexts.
Synonym
kalau
kalau
Conjunction used to express a condition, supposition, or specific requirement that must be met for an event or state to occur.
Register Variant
Usage Notes or Etymology
Djika is the old spelling of the word jika, used during the Van Ophuijsen orthography era (1901-1947). This spelling change reflects the orthographic transition of the Indonesian language, where the 'dj' letter combination was later replaced by 'j' in the Soewandi Orthography (1947-1972) and maintained in the Enhanced Spelling System (EYD). This word functions as a subordinating conjunction introducing a conditional clause.
Real-world Usage
Djika tida terkirim, tentoe ajah tida terima soerat ini. (Jika tidak terkirim, tentu ayah tidak menerima surat ini.)
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
Verified Evidence1
Boekoe Soerat-Soerat (TH. A. Du Mosch) Boekoe Soerat-Soerat (TH. A. Du Mosch)
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