A matter of language<\/p>\n
From Forum Keadilan<\/p>\n
M.A.W. Brouwer once said he had difficulty translating foreign
\nterminology into Indonesian, because of the insufficient
\nvocabulary of the Indonesian language. Condominium, villa, real
\nestate, are examples.<\/p>\n
Also we have to change the terms non-pribumi (citizens of
\nforeign descent) and pribumi (indigenous). It is regrettable that
\nthe ethnic Chinese have not been regarded as part and parcel of
\nthe Indonesian culture, despite the country's slogan "Unity in
\nDiversity". They are not considered one of the many ethnic groups
\nthat make up the Indonesian nation. Aren't we committed to the
\nyouth pledge of "one nation?"<\/p>\n
It is undeniable that people of Chinese descent are regarded
\nas second class in this country. This is not fair. They have done
\na lot for Indonesia, particularly in the business sector. We are
\nalso aware of the heterogeneity of this nation with the existence
\nof many ethnic groups with their respective cultures and
\ntraditions.<\/p>\n
For unity's sake, it is time we found a better term to
\nidentify different Indonesian ethnic groups, namely warga budaya
\n(to be contracted wardaya). Then we would only have to add the
\nethnic origins after the word wardaya like wardaya Batak, wardaya
\nJawa, wardaya Cina, wardaya Padang etc. This idea has advantages
\nand disadvantages, but it is important to stick to our commitment
\nof "one nation" and to comply with language values. There is no
\nneed to link it to politics. Any letters concerning this matter
\ncan be sent direct to me at the following address: Jl. Sol Putih
\n70, Medan 20154, Sumatra Utara.<\/p>\n
RINALDI SIMAMORA<\/p>\n
Medan, North Sumatra<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/a-matter-of-language-1447893297", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }