Indonesian · Common Verbs
bekerja
To work
Beginnerverb
Definition
To do a job, especially for money.
Example
Saya bekerja di perusahaan besar.
I work at a big company.
Etymology
'Bekerja' derives from the root 'kerja,' meaning 'work,' and the 'be-' prefix that denotes the act of performing an action, reflecting common verb formation in Indonesian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bekerja' is used in both formal and informal contexts, suitable for conversations and written communications in professional settings.