Indonesian · Common Verbs
membuat
To make
Beginnerverb
Definition
To create or produce something.
Example
Ibu membuat kue untuk ulang tahun.
Mom is making a cake for the birthday.
Etymology
'Membuat' comes from the root 'buat,' meaning 'to make,' with the prefix 'mem-' indicating the action of creation, aligning with standard Indonesian verb patterns.
How & Where It’s Used
'Membuat' is commonly used in both formal and informal conversations, applicable in various social contexts throughout Indonesia.