Bahasa Melayu
sambar
English
snatch, seize, pounce
to grab something suddenly and quickly.
سمبر
Examples
Contoh ayat
Pencuri itu sambar beg yang diletakkan di atas kerusi.
The thief snatched the bag that was placed on the chair.
Burung helang itu sambar ikan di permukaan air.
The eagle pounced on the fish at the water’s surface.
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What does “snatch” mean in Malay?
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sambar
Sambar is used for a quick sudden grab.
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