Bahasa Melayu

esak

Bahasa Melayu

English

sob, sobbing

To cry with short, broken breaths because of sadness or strong emotion.

ايسق

Examples

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  1. Kanak-kanak itu mula esak selepas jatuh.

    The child began to sob after falling.

  2. Dia esak perlahan di bilik itu.

    She sobbed quietly in the room.

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esak

It refers to crying in short, broken breaths.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.