Sambung

Sambung is a term found in Malay and Indonesian languages with multiple related meanings. As a verb, it means to connect, join, or attach; to unite parts or to extend something. It can also express continuation of a sequence, such as a story. The related noun sambungan denotes a connection, joint, junction, or continuation, and is used for physical links as well as abstract ones.

Usage and forms: The verb forms include menyambung (to connect or to continue) and menyambungkan (to connect something). Examples: "Dia menyambung kabel yang putus" and "Cerita itu disambung ke bab berikutnya," meaning the story continues into the next chapter. In passive or adjectival use, tersambung means connected or joined.

Domains and terms: In engineering and construction, sambungan describes joints or connections such as sambungan elektrik (electrical connection), sambungan pipa (pipe joint), or sambungan jalan (road junction). In information technology and telecommunications, sambungan refers to a network or internet connection. The phrase sambung nyawa is idiomatic, referring to measures that prolong life.

Origin and related words: The term is common in both Indonesian and Malay. Related verbs include hubungkan or menghubungkan (to connect), and sambungkan (to connect something). The adjective form tersambung means connected.