Malay · Work & Business
Profession; occupation
The type of work a person does.
Apakah pekerjaan anda?
What is your occupation?
'Pekerjaan' derives from the root word 'kerja' (work) with the addition of 'pe-' prefix, indicating the state of having work or a job.
'Pekerjaan' is often used in formal contexts regarding employment or occupational discussions, and is recognized widely in spoken and written communication.