Bahasa Melayu

tousle

Bahasa Melayu

English

mess up, dishevel, tousle

To make something untidy or messy, especially hair.

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Angin kencang itu mengusutkan rambutnya.

    The strong wind tousled her hair.

  2. Anak kecil itu mengusutkan cadangannya semasa bermain.

    The little child dishevelled his blanket while playing.

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What does “mess up” mean in Malay?

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mengusutkan

Often used for hair, clothes, or other things becoming untidy.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.