Bahasa Melayu
silih
English
for show only, only for appearance
Used for something worn or done only to look good, not for real use.
سيليه
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Barang itu silih mata sahaja dan bukan untuk digunakan setiap hari.
That item is for show only and not for daily use.
Dia membeli kain mahal itu untuk hiasan silih mata.
He bought the expensive cloth only as a display piece.
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What does “for show only” mean in Malay?
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silih mata
This phrase refers to something done or worn only as a display.
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