terjauh

Terjauh is an Indonesian term meaning the farthest or most distant. It is formed from the root jauh (far) with the prefix ter-, which in Indonesian often marks a superlative or extreme degree. The word is used to describe distance in relation to a reference point, such as another place, object, or point on a map.

In usage, terjauh denotes the maximum distance within a defined set or comparison. It is commonly found in phrases like dari, di antara, or dari sini, to indicate which location lies the greatest distance away. For example: desa terjauh di wilayah itu means the farthest village in that region; pulau terjauh dari pantai utama refers to the island farthest from the main coast. In many contexts, terjauh can be replaced by paling jauh, with the latter often sounding more conversational.

Semantically, terjauh functions as an adjective describing a noun or as a predicate clause attribute. It emphasizes extremity of distance rather than a mere relative comparison. The expression is relatively formal or technical in tone; in everyday speech, paling jauh is a common alternative.

Related forms include jauh (far) and terjauhkan in other constructions, though terjauh is specifically the superlative form used for distance. The concept is closely related to terdekat (the nearest) and other ter- prefixed words that express extremity or specificity in Indonesian.