Malay · Adjectives
susah
Difficult
Beginneradjective
Definition
Hard to do or understand; sukar is the formal word.
Example
Bahasa Melayu tidak begitu susah.
Malay is not that difficult.
Etymology
'Susah' comes from the Old Malay root which conveys the notion of hardship. The word has been retained in various Malay dialects to represent difficulty over generations.
How & Where It’s Used
'Susah' is predominantly used in spoken Malay, and it conveys a more informal register. It applies in various social contexts when discussing challenges.