multitaskan

Multitaskan is a term used in Bahasa Indonesia as a verb meaning to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. It is formed from the English loanword multitask or multitasking, combined with the Indonesian suffix -kan to create a transitive verb meaning to multitask.

Etymology and morphology: Multitaskan comes from multitask or multitasking and is adapted into Indonesian spelling and syntax with the suffix -kan. This mirrors how other loanwords are integrated into Indonesian verbs, producing a form that is easily used in everyday speech.

Usage and examples: The word is common in informal speech, online media, and workplace discussions, especially in technology and productivity contexts. Example: "Saya sering multitaskan beberapa tugas sekaligus." In many contexts, speakers may also use the English forms multitask or multitasking, or the noun multitasking in Indonesian sentences.

Register and alternatives: In formal Indonesian, it is often preferable to use native expressions such as "melakukan multitasking" or "melaksanakan beberapa tugas secara bersamaan" rather than the verbized form multitaskan. The term is considered a relatively recent loanword, and its acceptability can vary by audience and setting.

See also: multitasking, bahasa Indonesia.