Bahasa Melayu
pelarian
English
refugee
A person who has left home to escape danger, war, or hardship.
ڤلارين
Examples
Contoh ayat
Ramai pelarian memerlukan makanan dan tempat tinggal.
Many refugees need food and shelter.
Kerajaan membantu pelarian yang tiba di negara itu.
The government helped the refugees who arrived in the country.
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What does “refugee” mean in Malay?
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pelarian
It refers to a person who leaves home to escape danger or hardship.
Word family
Common derived forms
- pelari
- runner; sprinter
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