Bahasa Melayu
pujuk
English
persuasion, coaxing, flattery
Gentle words or actions used to persuade someone or gain favour.
ڤوجوق
Examples
Contoh ayat
Dia menggunakan pujuk untuk menenangkan anak kecil itu.
He used coaxing to calm the small child.
Pujuk yang lembut lebih mudah diterima oleh orang lain.
Gentle persuasion is easier for others to accept.
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What does “persuasion” mean in Malay?
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pujuk
It refers to coaxing or gentle influence.
Word family
Common derived forms
- memujuk
- to coax; to flatter; to persuade
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