Indonesian · Common Verbs
menulis
To write
Beginnerverb
Definition
To form letters and words on paper or a screen.
Example
Saya sedang menulis email panjang.
I am writing a long email.
Etymology
'Menulis' comes from the root 'tulis,' meaning 'to write,' combined with the prefix 'men-' which indicates action, showcasing the morphological rules of Indonesian verbs.
How & Where It’s Used
'Menulis' is widely used in formal and informal contexts, prevalent in both spoken and written forms, especially in literature and education.