Malay · Common Verbs
membeli
To buy
Beginnerverb
Definition
To get something by paying money.
Example
Saya membeli sayur di pasar.
I buy vegetables at the market.
Etymology
'Membeli' is derived from the root 'beli', which means to buy. It reflects the commerce and trade practices in historical Malay societies.
How & Where It’s Used
'Membeli' is widely used in informal contexts but is also appropriate in formal transactions. It appears in both spoken and written Malay, particularly in commerce.