No. 556 in Malay
menentang
"Menentang" means "to oppose" or "to resist."
In a sentence
Dia menentang keputusan itu dengan tegas.
He firmly opposed the decision.
In this sentence, 'menentang' is used to indicate disagreement or opposition toward a decision.
Pasukan kita menentang pasukan lawan di perlawanan akhir.
Our team competes against the opposing team in the final match.
Here, 'menentang' demonstrates the act of competing against another team.
Dia berucap menentang segala bentuk penindasan.
He spoke out against all forms of oppression.
This usage of 'menentang' conveys standing against or speaking out against a concept or action.
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