Sejarah dan hakikat bahasa Indonesia

Summary

This video lecture explores the history and significance of Bahasa Indonesia, tracing its roots to the Malay language. It highlights how Bahasa Indonesia became a unifying national language, its key functions in promoting national identity, unity, and communication, and its role in governance, education, and scientific advancement. The video also underscores the growing international recognition of Bahasa Indonesia, its role in Southeast Asia, and its status as one of the most spoken languages worldwide. The lecture emphasizes the importance of taking pride in the language as a symbol of national unity and pride.

Takeaways

• 😀 Bahasa Indonesia originated from Malay, which was used as a lingua franca across the archipelago.
• 😀 Malay was used for trade, culture, and as the official language of many kingdoms in the Nusantara region.
• 😀 There are five key reasons why Malay evolved into Bahasa Indonesia: it was a bridge language between ethnic groups, it had widespread usage, it shared linguistic roots with other local languages, it was easy to learn, and it was accepted by the speakers of other local languages.
• 😀 Bahasa Indonesia was officially declared as the national language during the Sumpah Pemuda event on October 28, 1928.
• 😀 The establishment of Bahasa Indonesia as the national language was politically significant, contributing to the nation's struggle for independence.
• 😀 According to the 1945 Constitution, Bahasa Indonesia is the official language of the state, ensuring its use in all government affairs.
• 😀 As the national language, Bahasa Indonesia serves four key functions: as a symbol of national pride, as a national identity marker, as a unifier among diverse ethnic groups, and as a language of communication across the archipelago.
• 😀 As the official language, Bahasa Indonesia also functions in education, national interest, and as a language for scientific and technological advancement.
• 😀 Bahasa Indonesia is gaining global recognition, ranking in the top 10 most spoken languages worldwide.
• 😀 Language centers for Bahasa Indonesia are spread across the globe, and it is an official language in several Southeast Asian countries.
• 😀 Bahasa Indonesia is increasingly popular internationally, offered as an elective in various European countries, and studied by people around the world.

Q & A

What is the origin of Bahasa Indonesia?

Bahasa Indonesia originated from the Malay language, which was used as a lingua franca or intermediary language in Southeast Asia.

Why was the Malay language chosen to become Bahasa Indonesia?

Malay was chosen due to several factors: it served as a lingua franca, was widely spread across the region, had close ties to other local languages, and was easy to learn.

What was the significance of the 1928 Youth Pledge (Sumpah Pemuda) in the development of Bahasa Indonesia?

The 1928 Youth Pledge marked the formal recognition of Bahasa Indonesia as a national language, signaling its role as a unifying force for the Indonesian people in their struggle for independence.

What does the 1945 Constitution of Indonesia say about the status of Bahasa Indonesia?

The 1945 Constitution, specifically Article 36, states that Bahasa Indonesia is the official language of the country and serves as the language of the nation.

What are the functions of Bahasa Indonesia as a national language?

As a national language, Bahasa Indonesia functions as a symbol of national pride, a unifying language for the diverse ethnic groups of Indonesia, and as a medium for communication across different regions.

What are the functions of Bahasa Indonesia as the official state language?

As the state language, Bahasa Indonesia is used in government affairs, in education, for international communication, and in the development of knowledge, science, and technology.

What are some signs of the global popularity of Bahasa Indonesia?

Bahasa Indonesia has become one of the top 10 most spoken languages in the world, has study centers worldwide, is used officially in several Southeast Asian countries, and is increasingly taught as a foreign language in Europe.

How is Bahasa Indonesia important for national identity?

Bahasa Indonesia is a symbol of national identity and unity, as it bridges the diverse linguistic and cultural groups within the country.

Why is it important for Indonesians to learn their own language?

As Pramoedya Ananta Toer stated, understanding one’s own language is key to understanding one’s culture and identity. Without knowledge of the language, people cannot fully grasp the essence of their nation.

How does Bahasa Indonesia serve as a unifying force in a diverse country like Indonesia?

Bahasa Indonesia acts as a common language that enables communication and connection between various ethnic and linguistic groups, fostering unity in Indonesia’s multi-ethnic society.