This is the 96th most frequent Malay word.
harga
Price.
In this sentence, the word 'harga' refers to the monetary cost of goods or items, emphasizing the foregrounding in economic contexts.
Harga barang semakin meningkat setiap tahun.
The price of goods increases every year.
Here, 'harga' is used metaphorically to refer to the value or worth attached to an abstract concept, extending its typical monetary connotation.
Kejayaan seseorang tidak boleh diukur dengan harga kekayaan.
Someone's success cannot be measured by the price of wealth.
Here, 'harga' forms part of the phrase 'harga diri', which directly translates to 'self-worth' or 'self-esteem', showing its idiomatic use.