Bahasa Melayu

tanah

Bahasa Melayu

English

clay, potter's clay

Soft earth that can be shaped when wet and becomes hard after drying or firing.

تانه

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Ibu menggunakan tanah liat untuk membuat pasu kecil.

    Mother used clay to make a small vase.

  2. Kanak-kanak itu bermain dengan tanah liat di meja.

    The children played with clay at the table.

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What does “clay” mean in Malay?

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tanah liat

It is the common Malay term for clay.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.