buat

[buˈat] or [buˈɑt]

Definitions

1. noun

A Malay or Indonesian word for ‘to do’, ‘to create’, or ‘to make’.

“She loves to buat handmade crafts for charity.”

2. verb

To create, make, or do something.

“Can you buat a simple meal for us tonight?”

3. interjection

Used to express excitement or enthusiasm.

“Wow, buat! That’s an amazing surprise!”

Synonyms

  • create
  • make

Antonyms

  • destroy
  • discard