No. 192 in Malay

makanan

Food.

In a sentence

Makanan di restoran ini sangat sedap.
The food at this restaurant is very delicious.
In this sentence, 'makanan' is used as a noun to refer to food or dishes served at a restaurant.
Adakah makanan ini sesuai untuk vegetarian?
Is this food suitable for vegetarians?
Here, 'makanan' represents a specific type of food or dish under discussion, focusing on its dietary suitability.
Menyediakan makanan untuk keluarga adalah satu tanggungjawab yang penting.
Preparing food for the family is an important responsibility.
In this example, 'makanan' refers to the act of making meals, emphasizing the responsibility in providing nourishment.

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