This is the 915th most frequent Malay word.
pembantu
Assistant; helper; aide; servant.
In this sentence, the word 'pembantu' refers to a domestic worker who assists with household chores.
Pembantu rumah itu sedang menyapu lantai.
The house helper is sweeping the floor.
Here, 'pembantu' is used to describe someone who provides professional or administrative assistance to a higher authority.
Dia ialah pembantu kepada pengarah projek.
She is an assistant to the project director.
This usage of 'pembantu' pertains to a personal assistant who helps manage personal or professional schedules.