Bahasa Melayu

marhum

Bahasa Melayu

English

late, deceased, the late

A respectful word used for someone who has died.

مرحوم

Examples

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  1. Marhum ayahandanya dikenang oleh ramai orang.

    His late father is remembered by many people.

  2. Doa itu dibacakan untuk marhum neneknya.

    The prayer was recited for his late grandmother.

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marhum

It is a respectful word for someone who has died.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.