Malay Word of the Day
minta
/MIN-ta/ • verb — 30th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: to ask for; to request (something or a favor)
Examples
- Boleh saya minta air?
(May I ask for some water?) - Dia minta bantuan daripada jiran.
(He/She asked for help from the neighbor.) - Sila minta nombor telefon pelanggan itu.
(Please ask for that customer's phone number.)
Synonyms
- mohon
- mintak
Minta is used in everyday Malay to request objects or favors. It is common in informal and neutral contexts. For greater politeness or formality, use mohon or add polite phrases such as "Bolehkah saya minta..." or "Saya ingin minta...".
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