Meaning of the word "Bahasa Malaysia" in English

What does "Bahasa Malaysia" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Bahasa Malaysia

US /bəˌhɑːsə məˈleɪʒə/
UK /ˈbɑːhɑːsə məˈleɪʒə/
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Noun

the national language of Malaysia, a standardized form of the Malay language

Example:
Many official documents in Malaysia are written in Bahasa Malaysia.
Learning Bahasa Malaysia is essential for living and working in the country.