Bahasa Melayu

pilih

Bahasa Melayu

English

select, choose, elect

To pick one thing or person from several options, or to vote someone into a position.

ڤيليه

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Sila pilih satu buku dari rak itu.

    Please choose one book from that shelf.

  2. Ahli jawatankuasa itu dipilih sebulat suara.

    The committee member was elected unanimously.

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What does “select” mean in Malay?

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pilih

It is used for choosing one thing or person from several options.

Word family

Common derived forms

memilih
to choose; to select; to elect
pilihan
choice; selected option
terpilih
chosen; selected

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.