This is the 493rd most frequent Malay word.
agung
"Agung" means "great," "grand," or "noble" in English.
Here, "agung" refers to the royal title of the head of state, signifying grandeur and importance.
Malaysia mempunyai Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong sebagai ketua negara.
Malaysia has the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as the head of state.
In this context, "agung" is used to describe an event of great significance or importance.
Ia adalah hari yang sangat agung dalam sejarah negara ini.
It is a very momentous day in the history of this country.
"Agung" here emphasizes the elevated or profound nature of the respect.