Bahasa Melayu

layak

Bahasa Melayu

English

suitable, fit, competent

Good enough or appropriate for a purpose or situation.

لايق

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Pakaian itu layak untuk acara rasmi.

    That clothing is suitable for a formal event.

  2. Dia layak menjadi ketua kerana pengalaman yang ada.

    He is fit to be the leader because of his experience.

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layak

Used for something appropriate or fit for a purpose.

Word family

Common derived forms

kelayakan
qualification; eligibility

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.