melihat
English meaning: To see; to look
Definition
To notice something with your eyes; tengok is the casual word.
Example
“Dari tingkap saya melihat laut.”
In English: “From the window I can see the sea.”
Another example: “Dari puncak itu, kami dapat melihat seluruh bandar.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Standard verb meaning to see or look, neutral to formal register. Casual Malay strongly prefers 'tengok'; 'nampak' means to see/catch sight of.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
'Melihat' is formed from the root 'lihat', meaning to see, with the prefix 'me-' indicating the action of seeing. Its development reflects the sensory experiences prominent in Malay culture.
Common Collocations
- melihat pemandangan
- melihat dengan jelas
- melihat sendiri
- sukar melihat
- melihat ke arah
Word Forms
penglihatan (eyesight/vision); kelihatan (visible); lihat (root)
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Literary Heritage
“Melayu itu orang yang bijaksana, naluri budi dan bahasa”
“The Malay is a person of wisdom — guided by virtue and language.”
“Bahasa jiwa bangsa”
“Language is the soul of the nation.”
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