Bahasa Melayu
terpencar
English
scattered in all directions, spread out widely
Spread out in many directions, not staying in one place or line.
ترڤنچر
Examples
Contoh ayat
Daun kering itu terpencar-pencar di halaman selepas ditiup angin.
The dry leaves were scattered all over the yard after being blown by the wind.
Bola-bola kecil itu terpencar-pencar apabila kotak dibuka.
The small balls scattered in all directions when the box was opened.
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What does “scattered in all directions” mean in Malay?
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terpencar-pencar
Used for things spread out in many directions.
Word family
Common derived forms
- pencar
- dispersed; scattered; sprayed
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