This is the 645th most frequent Malay word.
singh
In Malay, "Singh" typically refers to a Sikh surname meaning "lion" in Sanskrit, commonly used by Sikh men.
Here, "Singh" refers again to a proper noun, this time illustrating its use as the name of a historical figure.
Saya membaca buku sejarah tentang seorang pemimpin bernama Singh.
I read a history book about a leader named Singh.
In this example, "Singh" is a proper noun denoting a formal or respectful address of a person with the surname Singh, implying their role or title (e.g., Mr.).
Dalam pertandingan sukan sekolah, encik Singh dilantik sebagai pengadil.
During the school sports competition, Mr. Singh was appointed as a referee.
In this usage, "Singh" refers to a proper noun, functioning as a surname often used by individuals of Sikh heritage.