Malay · Daily Life
memasak
To cook
Beginnerverb
Definition
To prepare food by heating it.
Example
Ayah pandai memasak.
Dad is good at cooking.
Etymology
'Memasak' is from the root 'masak' meaning 'to cook', with 'me-' forming a verb that indicates action. Its origin emphasizes the cultural importance of cooking in Malay tradition.
How & Where It’s Used
'Memasak' is commonly used in informal speech and writing when discussing culinary activities, recognized across Malay-speaking regions.