Bahasa Melayu

kuyu

Bahasa Melayu

English

somber, gloomy, sleepy

Having a dull, unhappy, or sleepy expression.

كويو

Examples

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  1. Wajahnya kelihatan kuyu selepas berjaga malam.

    His face looked sleepy after staying up late.

  2. Dia nampak kuyu kerana terlalu letih.

    She looked dull and tired because she was too tired.

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kuyu

It can describe a dull or tired-looking face.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.