Bahasa Melayu
awal
English
early, beginning
Happening near the start of a time, event, or process.
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Kami tiba lebih awal daripada yang dijangka.
We arrived earlier than expected.
Subuh masih awal, jadi jalan raya belum sibuk.
Dawn was still early, so the roads were not busy yet.
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awal
It can refer to the beginning of a time or event.
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