No. 760 in Malay
jakarta
"Jakarta" is not a Malay word; it is the capital city of Indonesia.
In a sentence
Saya akan melancong ke Jakarta minggu depan.
I will travel to Jakarta next week.
The word 'Jakarta' here is used as a proper noun, indicating the name of the capital city of Indonesia.
Jakarta sering mengalami kesesakan lalu lintas yang teruk.
Jakarta often experiences severe traffic jams.
In this sentence, 'Jakarta' serves as the subject and identifies the location being discussed, specifically the city known for its traffic conditions.
Makanan tradisional Jakarta sangat digemari oleh pelancong.
Jakarta's traditional food is highly favored by tourists.
Here, 'Jakarta' functions as an attributive noun, describing the traditional food associated with the city.
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