Bahasa Melayu
lelas
English
abrasive, harsh, rough
Having a rough, cutting, or unpleasant surface, sound, or manner.
للاس
Examples
Contoh ayat
Kertas itu terasa lelas pada kulit.
The paper felt abrasive on the skin.
Nada suaranya kedengaran lelas ketika marah.
His voice sounded harsh when he was angry.
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lelas
This word can describe a rough or harsh surface or manner.
Word family
Common derived forms
- lelasan
- abrasion
- melelaskan
- to abrade; graze
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