This is the 215th most frequent Malay word.
sebab
Cause or reason.
In this sentence, 'sebab' functions as a conjunction meaning 'because', introducing the reason or cause for the action of returning home early.
Saya pulang awal sebab hujan lebat.
I returned home early because it was raining heavily.
Here, 'sebab' is used as a noun meaning 'reason', referring to the cause or explanation for someone's absence.
Apakah sebab dia tidak hadir hari ini?
What is the reason he is not present today?
In this context, 'sebab' also means 'reason' and is used to denote the explanation or cause for the mentioned event.