Bahasa Melayu

kanyor

Bahasa Melayu

English

shy, bashful, timid

Describes someone who feels embarrassed or uneasy around other people.

كڽور

Examples

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  1. Budak itu kanyor ketika ditanya di hadapan kelas.

    The child was shy when asked in front of the class.

  2. Dia tersenyum kanyor apabila namanya dipanggil.

    He smiled shyly when his name was called.

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kanyor

Kanyor describes a shy or bashful feeling or look.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.