Djika
Definition & Context
Conjunction
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
A conditional or temporal conjunction used in formal and official written contexts.
bila
Conjunction expressing a condition or time, often interchangeable with 'kalau' or 'jika'.
jika
Conjunction expressing a condition or supposition, often used in more formal or written contexts.
kalau
Conjunction used to express a condition, supposition, or specific requirement that must be met for an event or state to occur.
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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