Bahasa Melayu

witch

Bahasa Melayu

English

witch doctor, shaman, traditional healer

A witch doctor is a traditional healer or shaman who is believed to use spiritual powers.

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Penduduk kampung itu berjumpa dengan dukun untuk mendapatkan rawatan.

    The villagers met the witch doctor for treatment.

  2. Bomoh itu membaca jampi sebelum memulakan rawatan.

    The shaman recited an incantation before starting the treatment.

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What does “witch doctor” mean in Malay?

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dukun

This refers to a traditional healer or shaman.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.