menempuh

Menempuh is an Indonesian verb that conveys the idea of undertaking, going through, facing, or enduring something. It emphasizes active effort and perseverance to reach a goal or overcome obstacles, rather than merely moving through space. The nuance is often proactive and goal-oriented.

Origin and form: the verb is formed from the root tempuh with the prefix me- to create a transitive action. The root tempuh can also function as a noun meaning a passage or crossing, but with the me- prefix, menempuh expresses the act of undertaking or going through something.

Usage: menempuh is commonly used with objects that denote challenges, paths, or periods of time. It appears in both formal and conversational contexts. Collocations include menempuh pendidikan (to pursue education), menempuh perjalanan (to undertake a journey), menempuh ujian (to take an exam), menempuh rintangan (to overcome obstacles), menempuh masa (to go through a period), and menempuh jalur (to take a particular path or route), among others. Sentences such as “Dia menempuh pendidikan di luar negeri,” “Mereka menempuh perjalanan panjang,” and “Dia berhasil menempuh ujian yang berat” illustrate its flexible use.

Nuance and comparison: while similar to menghadapi (to face) or melalui (to go through), menempuh often implies a deliberate, gradual process and personal or collective effort. It is frequently used in narratives of struggle, reform, or progress, as well as in discussions of education and life courses.