This is the 525th most frequent Malay word.
ibu
Mother.
Here, 'ibu' is part of the noun phrase 'ibu kota,' which translates to 'capital city,' a fixed term in Malay.
Ibu kota Malaysia ialah Kuala Lumpur.
The capital city of Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur.
In this example, 'ibu' is used in the term 'akar ibu,' describing the primary or main root of a plant.
Tumbuhan ini dikenali kerana akarnya yang besar, yang disebut 'akar ibu'.
This plant is known for its large root, which is referred to as the 'main root.'
In this sentence, 'ibu' refers to one's biological or maternal figure, mother.