Selebihnya

Selebihnya is an Indonesian word meaning the rest or the remainder. It refers to the portion of something that is left after a part has been dealt with, used to indicate the remaining amount, quantity, or part of a situation. The term can function as a pronoun or as part of a noun phrase in sentences.

Etymology and form: Selebihnya is formed from the prefix se-, the root lebih meaning more or excess, and the possessive suffix -nya. The combination conveys the sense of “the whole plus its remainder” and is commonly used to refer to what remains after a portion has been specified. The word carries a formal or neutral tone and can modify nouns or stand in place of a noun phrase in a sentence.

Usage notes: Selebihnya can appear as a standalone pronoun referring to the remaining portion, or as part of a larger noun phrase, as in “selebihnya anggaran” (the rest of the budget) or “selebihnya dibagi kepada yang membutuhkan” (the rest was distributed to those in need). It tends to convey a precise sense of residual quantity or portion, and can describe both tangible items and abstract concepts. In everyday language, alternatives such as sisanya are common and carry a similar meaning, though seberingnya or seberapa banyak may be used in other contexts.

Cultural and linguistic context: In Indonesian usage, sejenis or sisanya may be preferred in colloquial speech, while selebihnya often appears in formal or written contexts, such as reports, explanations, or academic writing. There is no widely recognized geographic location or standalone work titled Selebihnya; the term predominantly functions as a common lexical item in the Indonesian language.