Bahasa Melayu
selawat
English
blessing, prayer for peace, salutation
A prayer or greeting asking for peace, blessings, and well-being.
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Kami mendengar selawat dibacakan selepas majlis itu.
We heard a blessing prayer recited after the event.
Dia mengucapkan selawat sebelum memulakan ucapan.
He offered a blessing greeting before starting his speech.
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selawat
In this sense, it is a prayer for peace and well-being.
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