Bahasa Melayu
bidal
English
thimble, proverb
A small finger cover for sewing, or a traditional saying that gives advice.
بيدل
Examples
Contoh ayat
Mak Cik itu memakai bidal ketika menjahit kain tebal.
That aunt wore a thimble when sewing thick cloth.
Guru itu menutup pelajaran dengan satu bidal yang mudah difahami.
The teacher ended the lesson with an easy-to-understand proverb.
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What does “thimble” mean in Malay?
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bidal
It is a small cover worn on a finger for sewing.
Word family
Common derived forms
- bidalan
- proverb
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