This is the 429th most frequent Malay word.
tan
The Malay word "tan" means "charcoal" or "coal."
Used as a proper noun/name.
Tan itu seorang peguam yang sangat terkenal.
Tan is a very famous lawyer.
Used to describe a color tone.
Daun-daun berwarna kuning keperangan selepas musim panas.
The leaves have a yellow-brownish color after the summer season.
Used as an English loanword signifying a change in skin color due to sun exposure.