Bahasa Melayu
perwira
English
warrior, hero, brave person
A person admired for courage in battle or in difficult situations.
ڤرويرا
Examples
Contoh ayat
Perwira itu melindungi penduduk kampung dengan berani.
The warrior protected the villagers bravely.
Nama perwira itu dikenang oleh ramai orang.
Many people remember the name of the warrior.
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What does “warrior” mean in Malay?
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perwira
It refers to a brave fighter or heroic person.
Word family
Common derived forms
- keperwiraan
- bravery; courage; heroism
- wira
- hero; brave man
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