Bahasa Melayu
jeput
English
a handful, a grip, a small bundle
An amount that can be held in one hand, or a small grip of something.
جيڤوت
Examples
Contoh ayat
Dia mengambil sejeput beras untuk dimasukkan ke dalam bekas.
He took a handful of rice to put into the container.
Ibu menabur sejeput garam ke dalam sup.
Mother sprinkled a handful of salt into the soup.
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What does “a handful” mean in Malay?
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sejeput
It refers to a small amount held in the hand.
Word family
Common derived forms
- sejeput
- a handful; a small grip
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