Bahasa Melayu

boleh

Bahasa Melayu

English

can, able, may

Used to show that something is possible or that a person has the ability to do it.

بوليه

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Dia boleh datang awal esok.

    He can come early tomorrow.

  2. Adik itu boleh membaca sendiri.

    That child is able to read by himself.

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boleh

Boleh is used to show ability or possibility.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.