Bahasa Melayu

debar

Bahasa Melayu

English

throb, palpitation, heartbeat

A fast or strong beating, especially of the heart, often because of worry or excitement.

دبر

Examples

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  1. Dadanya berdebar ketika menunggu keputusan.

    His chest throbbed as he waited for the result.

  2. Jantungnya debar apabila mendengar berita itu.

    His heart pounded when he heard the news.

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debar

It often describes a fast or strong heartbeat.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.