Rujukkan

Rujukkan is a verb form used in Malay and Indonesian languages. It is formed from the root rujuk with the causative suffix -kan and generally denotes causing or directing someone to refer to a source, cite a reference, or point to a particular document or authority.

Etymology and form: The base rujuk means to refer, to consult, or to turn to. Adding -kan yields a transitive, directive form used in contexts where a reference action is being assigned or requested.

Usage and nuance: Rujukkan appears mainly in formal or administrative writing, bibliographic guidelines, and legal or policy texts. Common constructions include phrases such as "Rujukkan sumber X" or "Rujukkan pustaka pada bagian referensi." In everyday speech, merujuk or mengacu is more common, and rujukkan is less frequent but understood.

Relation to related terms: The noun rujukan denotes a reference or citation. The verb merujuk is widely used to mean to refer, while rujukkan remains a specialized form often found in formal writing. These terms share a common semantic field related to sources and authorities.

Notes: Usage may vary by region and language variety. For precise usage, consult standard dictionaries in Indonesian (such as the KBBI) or Malay (such as Kamus Dewan) to see attested forms and examples.