This is the 22nd most frequent Malay word.
perlu
"Perlu" means "need" or "necessary" in English.
The word 'perlu' in this context is used to describe something as essential or important.
Menjaga kesihatan adalah perlu untuk kehidupan yang sihat.
Maintaining health is essential for a healthy life.
In this sentence, 'perlu' indicates a necessity or requirement for the subject to perform the action.
Saya perlu pergi ke pasar hari ini.
I need to go to the market today.
Here, 'perlu' expresses the question of necessity or desire for assistance.