PENGGUNAAN HURUF KAPITAL MENURUT PUEBI

Summary

This video explains the rules for using capital letters in Indonesian according to the *Pedoman Umum Ejaan Bahasa Indonesia* (PUEBI). It covers 22 guidelines that specify when to use capital letters, such as for names, titles, religions, geographical locations, and months. The rules also address specific instances where capital letters should or should not be used, such as with kinship terms, abbreviations, and historical events. By following these rules, writers can ensure proper formatting in Indonesian texts, maintaining clarity and consistency in their writing.

Takeaways

• 😀 Capital letters are used at the beginning of a sentence to mark the start of a new thought or statement.
• 😀 Names of people, including personal names and surnames, should always begin with capital letters.
• 😀 Capital letters should be used for the names of religions, religious books, and pronouns for God (e.g., Islam, God).
• 😀 Titles and academic qualifications, when followed by a person's name, should begin with capital letters (e.g., Dr. Ahmad Winarto).
• 😀 The names of countries, ethnic groups, and languages should always start with capital letters (e.g., Indonesian, Japanese).
• 😀 Capital letters are used for the names of historical events (e.g., Round Table Conference).
• 😀 Geographical names, such as islands, cities, and rivers, should begin with a capital letter (e.g., Java Island, Rawamangun Village).
• 😀 Days of the week, months, and holidays should start with capital letters (e.g., August, Christmas Day).
• 😀 Abbreviations for titles, ranks, and honorifics should be written with capital letters (e.g., SH for Sarjana Hukum).
• 😀 Kinship terms like 'Father' and 'Mother' should be capitalized when used as a direct address or reference (e.g., 'Father, when will you arrive?').

Q & A

What is the purpose of PUEBI in the Indonesian language?

PUEBI serves as a reference guide for the correct use of written Indonesian, especially in terms of grammar, punctuation, and other writing rules.

How does the use of capital letters vary in Indonesian according to PUEBI?

Capital letters in Indonesian are used in specific cases, such as at the beginning of sentences, for proper names, religious terms, titles, holidays, and certain geographical names. The rules also clarify when not to use capital letters.

What is the correct way to write the name 'Hasan Alwi Soenjono Dardjowidjojo Hans Lapoliwa Anton M Moeliono' according to PUEBI?

According to PUEBI, the correct way to write the name would be with capital letters at the start of each element, such as 'Hasan Alwi' and 'Soenjono'. Each surname and given name should begin with a capital letter.

What is the general definition of capital letters in the context of KBBI?

In the KBBI (Indonesian Dictionary), capital letters are defined as letters that are larger than the usual ones and are used at the beginning of sentences, proper names, and other specific instances.

What are some examples of cases where capital letters are not used, according to PUEBI?

Capital letters are not used for the first letter of words referring to unit names (e.g., 10volt), words meaning 'child of' (e.g., 'bin', 'binti'), or words like 'his job' (e.g., Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab).

When should capital letters be used with religious names and terms?

Capital letters should be used for the names of religions, holy books, and for God, including pronouns referring to God (e.g., 'Islam', 'Al-Qur'an', 'Allah').

Can you give an example of when to use capital letters for academic titles?

Capital letters are used for academic titles when they follow a person's name, such as 'Doctor Dedek' or 'Agung Permana, Law Graduate.'

How should capital letters be used in the context of nationalities or ethnic groups?

Capital letters are used for the names of nations, ethnic groups, and languages, such as 'Indonesian', 'Sundanese', and 'Javanese'.

Are capital letters used for historical events in general?

Yes, capital letters are used for the names of historical events (e.g., 'Round Table Congress'), but not for general terms referring to such events (e.g., 'World War').

When are capital letters not used for geographical names?

Capital letters are not used for geographical names that are not proper names, such as the word 'river' in 'bathing in the river', or for types of things, like 'Pontianak orange'.