This is the 271st most frequent Malay word.
dikatakan
"Was said" or "is said."
The word "dikatakan" in this sentence is used to express a perception or assertion about someone, indicating acknowledgment of a widely accepted statement.
Dia dikatakan sebagai pelajar terbaik di sekolah.
He is said to be the best student in school.
Here, "dikatakan" implies that there is a belief or assertion regarding the story's content, often hinting at indirect implications or meanings.
Cerita itu dikatakan mengandungi mesej tersembunyi.
The story is said to contain a hidden message.
In this context, "dikatakan" is utilized to convey an opinion or assertion about the town, emphasizing a characteristic feature as perceived or commonly stated.