Malay · Common Verbs
membuat
To make
Beginnerverb
Definition
To create or produce something.
Example
Ibu membuat kuih untuk hari jadi.
Mom is making cakes for the birthday.
Etymology
'Membuat' originates from the root 'buat', meaning to make or do, with the 'men-' prefix indicating the action of creation or production. Its use has persisted through various social contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Membuat' is used in both spoken and written forms, applicable in both formal and informal contexts depending on the subject matter.