Malay · Work & Business
pengurus
Manager
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The person who leads a company, shop, or team; Indonesian uses manajer.
Example
Pengurus panggil mesyuarat esok.
The manager called a meeting for tomorrow.
Etymology
'Pengurus' is derived from the root word 'urus', which means 'to manage' or 'to handle'. The prefix 'pen-' indicates the agent performing the action, thus 'pengurus' means 'manager'.
How & Where It’s Used
'Pengurus' is typically used in formal contexts, particularly in workplaces and organizations. It is common in both spoken and written language across various regions.