Malay · Common Verbs
ada
To have; there is
Beginnerverb
Definition
Expresses possession or existence.
Example
Saya ada dua tiket konsert.
I have two concert tickets.
Etymology
'Ada' comes from the Arabic term 'هُناك' (hunāk), which implies existence or presence. It indicates possession or existence in Malay.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ada' is frequently used in both spoken and written forms in informal and formal settings, particularly when discussing possession or presence.