Bahasa Melayu
menghalangi
English
to block, to obstruct, to prevent, to hinder
To stop something from moving, happening, or continuing easily.
مڠهالڠي
Examples
Contoh ayat
Pokok tumbang itu menghalangi jalan kampung.
The fallen tree blocked the village road.
Bingkai pintu yang rosak menghalangi pintu daripada ditutup.
The broken door frame prevented the door from closing.
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What does “to block” mean in Malay?
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menghalangi
It can also mean to obstruct or prevent.
Word family
Common derived forms
- menghalangkan
- to put or lay something across to obstruct it
- penghalang
- a hindrance or obstruction
- halangan
- an obstacle or obstruction
- terhalang
- blocked or prevented
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