Bahasa Melayu

puff

Bahasa Melayu

English

swell, puff out, blow out

To puff is to swell slightly or to blow air out in a short burst.

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Bibirnya membengkak selepas digigit serangga.

    His lip puffed up after an insect bite.

  2. Dia menghembus keluar asap dengan perlahan.

    He puffed out the smoke slowly.

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What does “puff” mean in Malay?

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membengkak, menghembus keluar

It can mean to swell or to blow air out.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.