Malay · Common Verbs
pergi
To go
Beginnerverb
Definition
To move from one place to another.
Example
Hari Sabtu saya pergi ke pasar.
On Saturday I go to the market.
Etymology
The word 'pergi' is derived from the Malay root 'gi', which means to go or to leave, combined with the prefix 'per-', indicating the action of going away. Its linguistic roots can be traced back to Proto-Malayic and other Austronesian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Pergi' is a common verb used in both formal and informal contexts across Malay-speaking communities. It is predominantly spoken but also appears in written forms across various regions.