Bahasa Melayu

hanyir

Bahasa Melayu

English

fishy smell, rancid smell, stale smell

Having a strong unpleasant smell, often like old fish or food that is not fresh.

هاڽير

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Ikan yang lama itu sudah hanyir.

    The old fish is already fishy and unpleasant-smelling.

  2. Dia tidak suka bau air yang hanyir itu.

    He does not like the fishy smell of that water.

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What does “fishy smell” mean in Malay?

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hanyir

Often used for a strong bad smell like old fish.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.