Sebut

Sebut is a verb found in Indonesian and Malay meaning to say, mention, or name something. It is used to indicate what something is called or to refer to someone or something by its name. The word appears in a range of forms and constructions in both languages, making it a common element in everyday speech and in written text.

Common forms and usages include menyebut, sebutkan, dan disebut. Menyebut is the basic active form meaning to mention or name. Sebutkan is the imperative form used to request someone to mention or name something, as in Tolong sebutkan tiga contoh. Sebutlah is a more formal or emphatic imperative. Sebut can appear in passive constructions as disebut, meaning “is called” or “is referred to as.” The noun sebutan refers to a term, designation, or name for something.

Usage notes and examples help distinguish sense and style. Sebutkan is often used when asking for specific information, such as “Tolong sebutkan alamat Anda.” In formal writing, phrases like “disebut sebagai” or “disebutkan sebagai” are common to indicate how something is labeled or described, e.g., “Negara itu disebut sebagai negara berkembang.” The root sebut also participates in compounds and related forms, contributing to a family of expressions around naming and referencing.

In summary, sebut is a versatile Indonesian and Malay root for saying, naming, or referring to something, with affixes forming a range of practical and grammatical variants for different contexts.