Malay · Work & Business
bos
Boss
Beginnernoun
Definition
The person in charge at work.
Example
Bos saya sangat sibuk.
My boss is very busy.
Etymology
'Bos' is a borrowed term from English, which directly refers to a boss. It reflects the adoption of Western corporate culture in the Malay workplace.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bos' is widely used in informal contexts within workplace settings and is recognized in both spoken and written forms across Malaysia.