Bahasa Melayu
gendala
English
obstacle, barrier, hindrance
Something that blocks progress or makes movement or work difficult.
ڬيندالا
Examples
Contoh ayat
Gendala di jalan itu menyebabkan lori bergerak perlahan.
The obstacle on the road made the lorry move slowly.
Masalah kewangan menjadi gendala kepada rancangan mereka.
Financial problems became a hindrance to their plans.
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What does “obstacle” mean in Malay?
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gendala
A barrier or hindrance that slows progress.
Word family
Common derived forms
- menggendalakan
- to hold up; to hamper; to obstruct
- tergendala
- to be held up; delayed; obstructed
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