Bahasa Melayu
nganga
English
gape, open wide, be agape
To open the mouth wide, usually in surprise or because something is stuck.
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Kanak-kanak itu nganga kerana terkejut.
The child gaped in surprise.
Doktor menyuruh pesakit itu membuka mulut dan nganga sedikit.
The doctor asked the patient to open his mouth and gape a little.
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What does “gape” mean in Malay?
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nganga
It means to open the mouth wide.
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