Malay Word of the Day
makan
/maKAN/ • verb — 14th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: to eat; to consume food
Examples
- Saya suka makan nasi.
(I like to eat rice.) - Kita perlu makan siang sekarang.
(We need to have lunch now.) - Mereka sedang makan di restoran.
(They are eating at the restaurant.)
Synonyms
- melahap
- menyantap
The word 'makan' is commonly used in daily conversation when discussing meals or food activities.
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