This is the 540th most frequent Malay word.
perbuatan
"Perbuatan" means "an action" or "a deed" in English.
Here, 'perbuatan' refers to an action, specifically the act of helping others.
Perbuatan menolong orang lain adalah mulia.
The act of helping others is noble.
In this case, 'perbuatan' means a deed or an action, particularly one with moral implication.
Dia mendapat hukuman kerana perbuatan yang tidak baik.
He received punishment for his bad deed.
Here, 'perbuatan' refers more generically to any action or behavior, emphasizing cause and effect.