Indonesian · Common Verbs
memberi
To give
Beginnerverb
Definition
To hand something to someone.
Example
Saya memberi makan kucing tiap pagi.
I feed the cat every morning.
Etymology
'Memberi' is derived from 'beri,' meaning 'to give,' with the addition of 'mem-' indicating action, reflecting common patterns in Indonesian verb formation.
How & Where It’s Used
'Memberi' is applicable in formal and informal contexts, commonly used in both spoken and written language to express the act of giving.