This is the 373rd most frequent Indonesian word.
makan
"Eat."
The word 'makan' is used here as a verb indicating the act of eating in a general context.
Saya makan di restoran bersama teman-teman.
I eat at the restaurant with friends.
In this sentence, 'makan' is a verb advising the action of eating, specifically in the context of giving advice on dietary choices.
Jangan makan makanan pedas jika perutmu sedang sakit.
Do not eat spicy food if your stomach is hurting.
Here, 'makan' describes an ongoing action of eating, showing its use in describing an animal's activity.