Bahasa Melayu
patuk
English
to peck, to bite, to strike
To hit, peck, or bite with a sharp movement, especially using the beak or teeth.
ڤاتوق
Examples
Contoh ayat
Ayam itu patuk makanan di tanah.
The chicken pecked at the food on the ground.
Burung itu patuk buah yang tergantung di dahan.
The bird pecked at the fruit hanging from the branch.
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What does “to peck” mean in Malay?
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to peck
It can also mean to bite or strike.
Word family
Common derived forms
- patukan
- bite; peck
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