Malay · Common Verbs
kenal
To know (people)
Beginnerverb
Definition
To be familiar with a person.
Example
Awak kenal restoran ini?
Do you know this restaurant?
Etymology
'Kenal' comes from the root 'kenal', which means to know in a personal or familiar sense. Its use highlights social relationships within the community.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kenal' is used informally in spoken Malay but can also appear in written texts; it is commonly applied in discussions about personal relationships.