Malay · Family & People
cikgu
Teacher
Beginnernoun
Definition
The everyday Malay word for teacher, from encik guru.
Example
Cikgu mengajar kami bahasa Melayu.
The teacher teaches us Malay.
Etymology
'Cikgu' means 'teacher' and derives from the Malay honorifics that reflect respect for educators, rooted in the traditions of valuing knowledge.
How & Where It’s Used
'Cikgu' is used in both formal and informal settings, primarily in spoken conversation among students and parents, as well as in educational institutions throughout Malaysia.