Bahasa Melayu
ampung
English
float, drift, be buoyant
To stay on the surface of water or move lightly along with the current or air.
امڤوڠ
Examples
Contoh ayat
Daun kering itu ampung di atas air.
The dry leaf floated on the water.
Kepingan ais itu ampung perlahan-lahan di sungai.
The piece of ice drifted slowly in the river.
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What does “float” mean in Malay?
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ampung
Ampung is used for something that stays on or moves on water or air.
Word family
Common derived forms
- menampung
- to float; to collect; to accommodate
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