This is the 637th most frequent Malay word.
awang
"Awang" is a Malay term used as a title for a young man or boy, similar to "Mister" or "Sir."
In this sentence, 'Awang' is used as a proper noun, serving as the name of an individual.
Awang sedang belajar di perpustakaan.
Awang is studying at the library.
Here, 'awang' is used as a noun to denote a generic term for a young boy or man, often with a sense of endearment.
Anak kecil awang itu sangat riang.
That little boy is very cheerful.
In this context, 'awang' appears as part of the reduplicative form 'awang-awang,' which refers to something being in mid-air or suspended.