This is the 360th most frequent Indonesian word.
sepanjang
"Sepanjang" means "throughout" or "along."
In this sentence, "sepanjang" is used to indicate spatial extension, meaning 'along' or 'throughout' a certain stretch, particularly alongside an object like a beach.
Saya berjalan sepanjang pantai sambil menikmati angin sepoi-sepoi.
I walked along the beach while enjoying the gentle breeze.
In this context, "sepanjang" expresses a span of time, similar to 'throughout' or 'over the course of' a significant period, like a lifetime.
Sepanjang hidupku, aku selalu mempelajari hal-hal baru.
Throughout my life, I have always been learning new things.
Here, "sepanjang" is utilized to denote temporal extension, meaning 'throughout the length of' a particular duration, in this case, the day.