Indonesian · Common Verbs

membeli

To buy

Beginnerverb

Definition

To get something by paying money.

Example

Saya membeli sayur di pasar.

I buy vegetables at the market.

Etymology

'Membeli' derives from 'beli,' meaning 'to buy,' and uses the 'mem-' prefix to form an active verb, typical of Indonesian verb constructions.

How & Where It’s Used

'Membeli' is used in both formal and informal contexts, suitable for conversations as well as written language, often seen in commerce.

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