Bahasa Melayu
terumbu
English
reef, coral reef
A coral reef or rocky formation under the sea, often seen when the tide is low.
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Nelayan itu berhati-hati apabila botnya menghampiri terumbu.
The fisherman was careful when his boat approached the reef.
Air surut menyebabkan terumbu kelihatan jelas di tepi pantai.
The low tide made the reef clearly visible near the shore.
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What does “reef” mean in Malay?
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terumbu
Used for coral reefs visible in shallow sea areas.
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