Malay · Question Words

apa

What

Beginnerpronoun

Definition

Used to ask about things.

Example

Ini apa?

What is this?

Etymology

'Apa' is derived from Proto-Malay, meaning 'what'. This term has been utilized across various Malay dialects for centuries as a question word.

How & Where It’s Used

'Apa' is a fundamental question word used in everyday conversation and written contexts across all registers, making it widely recognized in various Malay regions.

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