No. 74 in Malay
bekas
The Malay word "bekas" means "container" or "former/ex-" depending on context.
In a sentence
Bekas makanan ini sangat tahan lasak.
This food container is very durable.
Here, 'bekas' refers to a container or holder, specifically for food.
Dia adalah bekas pengarah syarikat itu.
He is a former director of the company.
In this context, 'bekas' denotes someone who formerly held a certain position or title.
Di tapak tersebut, anda masih boleh nampak bekas kasut di atas tanah.
At the site, you can still see footprints on the ground.
Here, 'bekas' signifies a mark, trace, or impression left behind.
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