Sadja
Definition & Context
Adverb
A word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb or a word group, expressing a relation of place, time, circumstance, manner, cause, degree, etc.
An adverb meaning “only” or “merely”. Used to restrict or emphasize a particular thing.
Synonyms & Variants
hanya
A limiting word indicating that something is no more than the specified amount, condition, or thing.
saja
An emphatic or limiting word indicating that something is singular or no more than what is mentioned.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word sadja is an old spelling of the word saja used in the “tempo doeloe” era, specifically in the Van Ophuijsen Spelling System (1901-1947). The change from 'dj' to 'j' occurred with the reform of Indonesian spelling. In the Soewandi Spelling System (1947-1972), this word was still spelled 'sadja', but it was later simplified to 'saja' in the Perfected Spelling System (EYD) which has been in effect since 1972.
Real-world Usage
karena itoe saja masoekken sadja dalem busnja pos akan dikirim. (Karena itu saya masukkan saja ke dalam bus pos untuk dikirim.)
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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