Bahasa Melayu
hulubalang
English
commander, captain, royal guard
A high-ranking warrior or officer who commands others, especially in older Malay usage.
هولوبالڠ
Examples
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Hulubalang istana itu menjaga keselamatan raja.
The palace commander guarded the king's safety.
Orang kampung menghormati hulubalang yang berani itu.
The villagers respected the brave commander.
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hulubalang
Used especially for an old-style military or royal officer.
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