Malay · Work & Business

pekerjaan

Profession; occupation

Intermediatenoun

Definition

The type of work a person does.

Example

Apakah pekerjaan anda?

What is your occupation?

Etymology

'Pekerjaan' derives from the root word 'kerja' (work) with the addition of 'pe-' prefix, indicating the state of having work or a job.

How & Where It’s Used

'Pekerjaan' is often used in formal contexts regarding employment or occupational discussions, and is recognized widely in spoken and written communication.

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