Meaning of the word malay in English
What does malay mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
malay
US /məˈleɪ/
UK /məˈleɪ/
Noun
1.
a member of a people inhabiting Malaysia and parts of Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
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The Malay people have a rich cultural heritage.
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She is of Malay descent.
2.
the Austronesian language of the Malays, which is the official language of Malaysia and Brunei and is spoken in parts of Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines.
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Do you speak Malay?
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The document was translated from English to Malay.
Adjective
relating to Malaysia, its people, or its language.
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The restaurant serves authentic Malay cuisine.
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We visited a traditional Malay village.