Bahasa Melayu
selinap
English
slip away, slide, move quietly
To move smoothly and quietly from one place or position to another, often without notice.
سلينڤ
Examples
Contoh ayat
Batu kecil itu selinap dari tepi meja ke lantai.
The small stone slipped from the edge of the table to the floor.
Dia selinap keluar ketika semua orang sedang tidur.
He slipped out when everyone was sleeping.
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What does “slip away” mean in Malay?
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selinap
It means to move away quietly or without being noticed.
Word family
Common derived forms
- menyelinap
- to slip away; to sneak in or out
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