Bahasa Melayu
bengkawan
English
lath, batten, slat
A thin strip of wood used to bind or support thatch or other coverings.
بڠكاون
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Bengkawan itu dipasang untuk menguatkan atap nipah.
The laths were installed to strengthen the nipa roof.
Tukang rumah memotong bengkawan mengikut saiz yang diperlukan.
The carpenter cut the laths to the required size.
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What does “lath” mean in Malay?
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bengkawan
A thin strip used in building or thatching.
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