No. 353 in Indonesian
hati
The Indonesian word "hati" means "heart" or "liver," depending on the context.
In a sentence
Hati-hati ketika menyeberang jalan.
Be careful when crossing the street.
In this context, 'hati' is used in the expression 'hati-hati,' which means 'careful.' It's an adverbial phrase indicating caution.
Dia memiliki hati yang baik.
She has a kind heart.
Here, 'hati' literally means 'heart,' referring to someone's character or emotions.
Masakan ini dibuat dengan sepenuh hati.
This dish is made wholeheartedly.
In this case, 'hati' is used metaphorically in the phrase 'sepenuh hati,' meaning 'wholeheartedly' or 'with full dedication.'
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