senilai

Senilai is an Indonesian term used to express that something has a certain monetary value or is worth a specified amount. It is often placed before a currency figure to indicate the estimated or declared price or valuation of an object, asset, or transaction. In practice, senilai Rp 100 juta means “worth 100 million rupiahs.” The term appears in news reports, legal documents, insurance valuations, auctions, and market listings to convey a precise value or appraisal.

Etymology and nuance: Senilai is formed from the prefix se- (conveying totality or equivalence) and nilai (value). It signals that the described item matches the stated amount in value, frequently reflecting an official or commonly accepted appraisal. While it implies a fixed value, the amount can be an estimate depending on context. It is distinct from bernilai, which simply means that something has value rather than stating a specific figure.

Usage and examples: Senilai is typically used with currency units, though it can appear with other valuation metrics in formal contexts. It may be found in journalism, financial reporting, insurance assessments, and procurement documentation. Examples include: “Barang itu dijual senilai Rp 500 juta,” or “Nilai total proyek itu diperkirakan senilai US$2 juta.” The construction helps readers understand the exact or estimated monetary worth of the subject.