Taksiran

Taksiran is a term commonly used in Indonesia and Malaysia to refer to an estimation or appraisal. It generally denotes the process of determining a value or quantity based on available information, without precise measurement or calculation. This can apply to various contexts, such as the estimated cost of a project, the valuation of a property, or the projected outcome of an event.

In financial contexts, taksiran often involves assessing the worth of assets, such as real estate or businesses, for purposes like sale, insurance, or investment. This appraisal is usually conducted by a professional, known as a "penaksir" or appraiser, who uses established methodologies and market data to arrive at a fair valuation. The accuracy of a taksiran depends heavily on the quality of the data used and the expertise of the individual performing the appraisal.

Beyond financial applications, taksiran can also be used in everyday situations. For instance, a homeowner might make a taksiran of how much paint is needed for a room, or a planner might provide a taksiran of the time required to complete a task. These estimations are typically less formal but serve a similar purpose of providing a reasonable expectation of a value or quantity. The concept of taksiran emphasizes the practical application of judgment and informed guesswork in the absence of definitive data.