Bahasa Melayu

iri

Bahasa Melayu

English

jealousy, envy, jealous

A feeling of not liking another person’s advantage, success, or closeness.

ايري

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  1. Dia cuba menyembunyikan iri apabila melihat kejayaan rakannya.

    He tried to hide his envy when he saw his friend’s success.

  2. Jangan biarkan iri merosakkan hubungan sesama jiran.

    Do not let jealousy damage relationships among neighbours.

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iri

It refers to envy or a spiteful feeling.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.