This is the 32nd most frequent Malay word.
hanya
"Only" or "just."
Here, 'hanya' means 'only,' used to specify limitation or exclusivity of the desire.
Saya hanya ingin membantu.
I only want to help.
In this sentence, 'hanya' means 'only,' specifying the sole action performed.
Dia tidak makan apa-apa, hanya minum air.
He didn't eat anything, only drank water.
'Hanya' here emphasizes exclusivity, indicating that he is the only one who has this understanding.