Sebutkan

Sebutkan is an Indonesian verb meaning to mention or to name something. It is the imperative form of the root sebut, created by adding the suffix -kan to express a direct command to perform the action. The construction is transitive and commonly used in instructions, exams, and surveys.

Usage of sebutkan appears in contexts where the speaker asks someone to list items, provide examples, or state facts. For example: Sebutkan tiga negara di Asia. Dalam soal ujian, instruktur mungkin berkata: Sebutkan langkah-langkah keselamatan yang perlu diikuti. The form is versatile in formal and informal settings, especially in written prompts.

Variants and tone: Sebutkanlah can add emphasis or a slightly more formal or emphatic tone. Tolong sebutkan is a polite variant often used in requests. In everyday speech, speakers may simply say sebutkan, or use synonyms such as nyatakan or cantumkan depending on nuance and register.

Related notes: Sebutan is a related noun meaning a term or designation, while penyebut refers to a name-caller or the namER in different contexts. Sebutkan is widely taught in Indonesian language curricula and remains a staple in examination instructions and survey questionnaires.