This is the 163rd most frequent Malay word.
sultan
A Muslim sovereign or ruler.
The word 'sultan' here refers to a title of a monarchy or a royal leader.
Sultan ialah pemerintah tertinggi di negara ini.
The Sultan is the highest ruler in this country.
The word 'sultan' here is used as a character in a story, symbolizing a type of ruler.
Cerita dongeng itu berkisar tentang seorang sultan yang adil.
The fairy tale revolves around a just sultan.
The word 'sultan' here is used metaphorically to denote something regal or superior.