This is the 318th most frequent Malay word.
pelaburan
Investment.
Here, 'pelaburan' is used in its literal sense meaning an investment, referring to financial ventures.
Pelaburan itu memberi pulangan yang besar.
The investment yielded significant returns.
Here, 'pelaburan' is used metaphorically to describe education as an investment in one's personal growth and future success.
Pendidikan adalah pelaburan terbaik untuk masa depan.
Education is the best investment for the future.
Here, 'pelaburan' refers specifically to investments in the real estate sector.