Malay · Common Verbs
mula
To begin
Beginnerverb
Definition
To start doing something.
Example
Saya mula kerja pukul lapan.
I start work at eight.
Etymology
'Mula' derives from Middle Malay and has a long-standing historical use in the language, signifying the beginning of an action or state. Its roots can be traced back to Proto-Malay as well.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mula' is commonly used in both spoken and written Malay, applicable in various formal and informal contexts. It is often used to describe the start of events or actions.