Bahasa Melayu

maruah

Bahasa Melayu

English

dignity, self-respect, honour

A person's sense of honour and self-respect.

مرواه

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  1. Dia bercakap dengan tenang untuk menjaga maruah dirinya.

    He spoke calmly to protect his dignity.

  2. Kita perlu menghormati maruah setiap orang.

    We need to respect everyone's dignity.

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maruah

Refers to honour and self-respect.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.