Bahasa Melayu

janggal

Bahasa Melayu

English

awkward, strange, odd

Not smooth, not suitable, or unusual in a way that feels odd or unpleasant.

جڠڬل

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Sikapnya agak janggal semasa mesyuarat itu.

    His behaviour was rather awkward during the meeting.

  2. Nada suaranya kedengaran janggal dan tidak sedap didengar.

    His voice sounded odd and unpleasant to hear.

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awkward; strange; odd

Used for something that feels not right.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.