No. 540 in Malay
perbuatan
"Perbuatan" means "an action" or "a deed" in English.
In a sentence
Perbuatan menolong orang lain adalah mulia.
The act of helping others is noble.
Here, 'perbuatan' refers to an action, specifically the act of helping others.
Dia mendapat hukuman kerana perbuatan yang tidak baik.
He received punishment for his bad deed.
In this case, 'perbuatan' means a deed or an action, particularly one with moral implication.
Setiap perbuatan ada akibatnya.
Every action has its consequences.
Here, 'perbuatan' refers more generically to any action or behavior, emphasizing cause and effect.
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