Bahasa Melayu

sobek

Bahasa Melayu

English

torn, frayed, ripped

Describes something that has been torn, split, or worn into threads.

سوبيق

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Bajunya sobek di bahagian lengan.

    His shirt was torn at the sleeve.

  2. Beg itu kelihatan sobek selepas lama digunakan.

    The bag looked frayed after long use.

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What does “torn” mean in Malay?

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sobek

Used to describe something ripped or frayed.

Word family

Common derived forms

menyobek
to tear off; rip apart
sobekan
tear; torn piece

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.