Bahasa Melayu
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jealous, envious
Feeling unhappy because someone else has something you want or because you think they have an advantage.
دڠكي
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Dia dengki melihat kejayaan rakannya.
He was jealous of his friend's success.
Anak kecil itu menjadi dengki apabila adiknya menerima hadiah.
The little child became envious when his younger sibling received a present.
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What does “jealous” mean in Malay?
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It refers to envy toward someone else.
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