haknya

Haknya is a possessive noun phrase in Indonesian formed from the noun hak, meaning a right or entitlement, plus the third-person possessive suffix -nya. The combination signals that a particular right belongs to someone or something, and it can translate to “his right,” “her right,” “its rights,” or, more generally, “the right(s) of someone.” The suffix -nya can also add emphasis or refer back to a previously mentioned subject, which makes haknya a flexible expression in both written and spoken Indonesian.

Usage and meaning

Haknya is commonly used in legal, political, or everyday contexts to refer to a specific right held by an individual, group, or entity. Grammatically, haknya functions as a noun phrase and can serve as a subject or an object within a sentence. It often appears with verbs that describe recognition, protection, or exercise of rights, such as dilindungi (protected), diperoleh (acquired), or diwajibkan (obligated).

Examples

- Haknya untuk mengemukakan pendapat diakui oleh konstitusi. (His/her right to express opinions is recognized by the constitution.)

- Setiap warga negara memiliki haknya. (Every citizen has their rights.)

- Haknya atas informasi dilindungi undang-undang. (Its/His/Her right to information is protected by law.)

Related terms

In discourse about rights, Indonesian typically distinguishes between hak (right) in general and hak-hak (rights, plural). Phrases like hak asasi manusia (human rights) and hak hukum (legal rights) are common, with haknya used to refer to a specific right within those broader categories.

Notes

Haknya is a general linguistic construct rather than a standalone concept. Its precise interpretation depends on context and the noun it modifies or references.