Malay · Work & Business
kilang
Factory
Beginnernoun
Definition
A building where goods are made; Indonesian uses pabrik.
Example
Datuk dulu bekerja di kilang.
Grandpa used to work in a factory.
Etymology
'Kilang' stems from the Malay word for 'mill' or 'factory' and reflects the industrial development in the region. It signifies a place where goods are manufactured or processed.
How & Where It’s Used
Used primarily in formal and informal sectors, 'kilang' appears in discussions of industry and economy and can be found in both spoken and written forms.