Bahasa Melayu

menyauk

Bahasa Melayu

English

to scoop up, to gather with a scoop

To lift or collect something with a scoop, net, or hollow hand shape.

مڽااوق

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Dia menyauk ikan kecil itu dengan jaring.

    He scooped up the small fish with a net.

  2. Ibu menyauk nasi dari periuk.

    Mother scooped up rice from the pot.

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What does “to scoop up” mean in Malay?

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menyauk

This sense is often used for food, water, or small items.

Word family

Common derived forms

sauk
scoop; landing net
tersauk
scooped up; tripped

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.