Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sangat

Adverb
sah-ngah-t
Definition
A Malay word often used to emphasize intensity or degree, meaning ‘very’ or ‘extremely’.
Examples
  • Dia sangat pandai dalam matematik. (He is very good at mathematics.)
  • Cuaca hari ini sangat panas. (The weather today is extremely hot.)
  • Dia sangat suka makanan pedas. (She really likes spicy food.)
Meaning
Sangat is commonly used in Malay and Indonesian languages to intensify an adjective or adverb, signifying a high level of something.
Synonyms
  • sangat
  • amat
  • teramat
  • lebih