ditunda

Ditunda is an Indonesian word meaning “postponed” or “deferred.” It is the passive form of the verb menunda, which means to delay or to postpone. In Indonesian, the prefix di- marks a passive construction, so ditunda describes something whose scheduling or occurrence has been moved to a later time, by an unspecified agent.

Used as an adjective or a participle, ditunda commonly refers to events, activities, or decisions that have been scheduled for one time but are now set for another. It is frequently found in news reports, official statements, and everyday communication. Examples include: Rapat itu ditunda hingga besok (The meeting was postponed until tomorrow); Pertandingan ditunda karena cuaca buruk (The match was postponed due to bad weather); Ujian akhir ditunda satu pekan (The final exam was postponed by one week).

The noun form related to ditunda is penundaan, meaning “a postponement” or “a deferment.” Related verbs with nuances include ditangguhkan (often used in formal or legal contexts to mean suspended) and diundur (shifted earlier or later in time). While ditunda describes the act or result of postponement, ditangguhkan emphasizes suspension, and diundur emphasizes the rescheduling aspect.

In Malay, the cognate term juga exists with similar meaning, reflecting shared linguistic roots. Overall, ditunda conveys a change in schedule that moves an event or action to a later time, typically reflecting external reasons or logistical adjustments.