Bahasa Melayu
puasa
English
the month of fasting, Ramadan
The Islamic month when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset.
ڤواسا
Examples
Contoh ayat
Kami pulang awal pada bulan puasa.
We went home early during the fasting month.
Suasana di kampung menjadi meriah pada bulan puasa.
The village atmosphere becomes lively during the fasting month.
Quick check
What does “the month of fasting” mean in Malay?
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bulan puasa
This refers to Ramadan.
Word family
Common derived forms
- berpuasa
- to fast
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