This is the 49th most frequent Malay word.
kes
"Kes" in Malay means "case" (as in an instance or situation).
Here, the word 'kes' is used to mean 'case' in a formal or legal context, referring to a specific situation or incident under investigation.
Polis sedang menyiasat kes kecurian ini.
The police are investigating this theft case.
In this example, 'kes' refers to a legal matter or dispute brought before a judiciary body for resolution.
Dia membawa kes ke mahkamah untuk mendapatkan keadilan.
He brought the case to court to seek justice.
In this sentence, 'kes' signifies an incident or event, specifically an accident, that is noteworthy or requires attention.