Bahasa Melayu

memegang

Bahasa Melayu

English

play a part, have a role, take part

To have an important role in an activity or event.

ممڬڠ

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Dia memegang peranan besar dalam projek itu.

    He plays a big role in the project.

  2. Guru memegang peranan penting dalam membentuk murid.

    Teachers play an important role in shaping students.

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What does “play a part” mean in Malay?

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memegang peranan

Used when someone has an important role.

Word family

Common derived forms

berpegangan
holding one another; hand in hand
pegang
hold; grasp; grip
pegangan
grip; hold; handle

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.