This is the 174th most frequent Malay word.
lumpur
Mud.
In this sentence, 'lumpur' refers to 'mud,' a natural element formed from wet soil, showcasing its literal usage.
Saya terpijak lumpur di tepi jalan.
I stepped on mud by the roadside.
Here, 'lumpur' is part of the proper noun 'Kuala Lumpur,' the name of Malaysia's capital city, where the meaning associates more with its historical context than the literal 'mud'.
Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur merupakan ibu negara Malaysia.
The city of Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia.
'Lumpur' in this sentence is used metaphorically to depict a challenging and sticky situation, like 'mire' in English, emphasizing difficulties or entrapment.