Bahasa Melayu
sabun
English
soap
A cleaning substance used with water to wash the body, clothes, or other things.
سابون
Examples
Contoh ayat
Ibu membeli sabun baharu di kedai.
Mother bought new soap at the shop.
Sabun itu berbau harum dan lembut pada kulit.
The soap smelled fragrant and felt gentle on the skin.
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What does “soap” mean in Malay?
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sabun
It is a substance used for washing and cleaning.
Word family
Common derived forms
- menyabun
- to soap; to lather
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