Bahasa Melayu

niat

Bahasa Melayu

English

intention, aim, vow

A purpose, plan, or solemn promise in the mind.

نية

Examples

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  1. Niatnya untuk belajar bersungguh-sungguh sangat jelas.

    His intention to study seriously was very clear.

  2. Dia menyimpan niat untuk menziarahi neneknya pada hujung minggu.

    She had the intention to visit her grandmother on the weekend.

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niat

It means a purpose or plan in the mind.

Word family

Common derived forms

berniat
intentional; on purpose
terniat
intended; meant; wished

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.