Bahasa Melayu

jelus

Bahasa Melayu

English

jealous, envious

Feeling unhappy because someone else has what you want or have lost to them.

جيلوس

Examples

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  1. Dia jelus melihat kawannya mendapat hadiah itu.

    He felt jealous when he saw his friend get the gift.

  2. Sikap jelus boleh merosakkan persahabatan.

    A jealous attitude can damage friendship.

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jelus

Use jelus for jealousy or envy.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.