This is the 389th most frequent Malay word.
beri
"Give"
Here, 'beri' functions as an active verb, meaning 'to give'.
Saya beri hadiah kepada kawan saya.
I gave a gift to my friend.
In this sentence, 'beri' is used to mean 'to give' in the context of directing attention.
Guru menyuruh kami beri perhatian semasa kelas.
The teacher instructed us to pay attention during class.
Here, 'beri' is used as a verb, meaning 'to give' advice in a figurative sense.