Bahasa Melayu

latah

Bahasa Melayu

English

say or do unconsciously after a shock, startle response

To speak or react without control after being shocked or frightened.

لاته

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Dia selalu latah apabila orang menyentuh bahunya secara tiba-tiba.

    She always reacts unconsciously when people suddenly touch her shoulder.

  2. Bila terkejut, dia terus melatah dan menjerit kecil.

    When startled, he immediately reacted unconsciously and gave a small cry.

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What does “startle response” mean in Malay?

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latah

It describes an unconscious reaction after shock or fright.

Word family

Common derived forms

melatah
to speak or act wildly or deliriously

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.