artinya

Artinya is an Indonesian word that denotes meaning, sense, or interpretation. It is commonly used to ask for or express the definition of a word or phrase, as in "Apa artinya kata ini?" (What is the meaning of this word?) or to indicate what is meant by a statement, as in "Artinya kita perlu berhati-hati" (That means we need to be careful).

In grammar, artinya is formed from the noun arti (meaning) plus the possessive suffix -nya, which refers to a specific word, phrase, or context. As a standalone expression, artinya can function as a noun phrase meaning "its meaning" or as a connective meaning "that means" or "in other words." For example: "Kata tersebut memiliki arti yang luas; artinya kita bisa menggunakannya dalam berbagai konteks." Another usage: "Dia tidak hadir; artinya rapat ditunda," where artinya serves as a causal or explanatory link.

Etymology and related terms. The base word arti means "meaning" or "definition." The suffix -nya indicates possession or reference to the prior term. Related words include arti (meaning), berarti (means, signifies), and maksudnya (its intention). In formal writing, artinya can be used interchangeably with phrases like "yang berarti" or "maksudnya," though berarti tends to function as the verb “to mean.”

Usage notes. Artinya is widely used in everyday speech, educational contexts, and media to clarify or rephrase. It is preferred when pointing to the meaning of a word or phrase or when summarizing a conclusion. In more formal prose, writers may opt for explicit definitions or synonymous constructions rather than relying on noun artinya alone.

See also: arti, berarti, berarti, maksudnya.