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Malay (individual language) Vocabulary → Everyday Objects

Welcome to this exciting lesson on Everyday Objects in the Malay language! As we venture into the world of vocabulary, you'll discover the names of various objects that you interact with daily. Whether you're at home, out shopping, or simply navigating your environment, knowing these words will enrich your communication skills and help you feel more at ease in Malay-speaking contexts.

Understanding everyday objects is crucial because it forms the foundation for more complex conversations about your life, interests, and needs. By familiarizing yourself with these words, you will not only expand your vocabulary but also gain confidence in using Malay in practical situations.

In this lesson, we will cover:

• Common household items

• Clothing and personal belongings

• Essential tools and appliances

After exploring these categories, you'll find practical exercises that will help reinforce your learning. So, let's dive in and start building your Malay vocabulary!

Common Household Items

Household items are objects that we use regularly in our homes. Familiarizing yourself with these words will help you navigate everyday conversations about your living space.

Malay (individual language)	Pronunciation	English
meja	ˈme.dʒa	table
kerusi	kəˈru.si	chair
katil	ˈka.til	bed
almari	alˈma.ri	wardrobe
televisyen	te.leˈvi.si.jən	television
peti sejuk	ˈpə.ti ˈse.dʒuk	refrigerator
dapur	ˈda.pur	kitchen
sink	siŋk	sink
lampu	ˈlam.pu	lamp
cawan	ˈtʃa.wan	cup
piring	ˈpi.riŋ	plate
sudu	ˈsu.du	spoon
garpu	ˈgar.pu	fork
tuala	ˈtwa.la	towel
sabun	saˈbun	soap
penyapu	pəˈnja.pu	broom
vakum	ˈva.kum	vacuum
kipas	ˈki.pas	fan
cermin	ˈtʃər.min	mirror
langsir	ˈlaŋ.sir	curtain
karpet	ˈkar.pɛt	carpet

Clothing and Personal Belongings

Next, let's explore clothing and personal items, which are essential for expressing personal style and comfort.

Malay (individual language)	Pronunciation	English
baju	ˈba.dʒu	shirt
seluar	səˈlu.ar	pants
kasut	ˈka.sut	shoes
topi	ˈto.pi	hat
gaun	ɡaʊn	dress
jaket	ˈdʒa.kɛt	jacket
stokin	ˈsto.kɪn	socks
tali pinggang	ˈta.li ˈpiŋ.ɡaŋ	belt
beg	bɛɡ	bag
jam tangan	ˈdʒam ˈtaŋ.ɡan	wristwatch
kaca mata	ˈka.tʃa ˈma.ta	glasses
aksesori	ak.seˈso.ri	accessories
syampu	ˈʃjam.pu	shampoo
sabun mandi	saˈbun ˈman.di	body soap
minyak wangi	ˈmi.ŋjak ˈwaŋ.i	perfume
barang kemas	ˈba.raŋ kəˈmas	jewelry
t-shirt	ˈtiː.ʃɜːrt	t-shirt
selendang	səˈlɛn.dɑŋ	scarf
baju renang	ˈba.dʒu rɪˈnaŋ	swimsuit
baju tidur	ˈba.dʒu tiˈdur	pajamas
blazer	ˈbleɪ.zər	blazer

Essential Tools and Appliances

Lastly, we’ll look at essential tools and appliances that can help you perform various tasks effectively.

Malay (individual language)	Pronunciation	English
telefon	ˈte.le.fon	telephone
komputer	komˈpu.tər	computer
printer	ˈprɪn.tər	printer
mesin basuh	ˈme.ʃin ˈba.suh	washing machine
pengering rambut	pəŋˈɡə.rɪŋ ˈram.bʊt	hairdryer
pemanas air	pəˈma.nas ˈaɪr	water heater
pemotong	pəˈmo.tɔŋ	cutter
gergaji	ɡərˈɡa.dʒi	saw
pahat	paˈhat	chisel
penukul	pəˈnu.kul	hammer
pahat kayu	paˈhat ˈka.ju	wood chisel
tang	taŋ	pliers
obor	oˈbɔr	torch
penyedut	pəˈnə.jut	vacuum cleaner
seterika	səˈte.ri.ka	iron
pemadam	pəˈma.dam	eraser
kertas	kərˈtaʊs	paper
pen	pɛn	pen
pensil	ˈpɛn.sɪl	pencil
buku nota	ˈbu.ku ˈno.ta	notebook
penggaris	pəŋˈɡa.rɪs	ruler

Exercises

Now that you have learned a variety of everyday objects in Malay, it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Below are some exercises designed to help you reinforce what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Match the Object

Match the Malay word with its English translation.

Malay (individual language)	English
meja
baju
telefon
katil
kasut

Solutions:

1. meja - table

2. baju - shirt

3. telefon - telephone

4. katil - bed

5. kasut - shoes

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct Malay words from the list: meja, kerusi, baju, kasut, dan lampu.

1. Saya duduk di atas __________.

2. Saya memakai __________ baru hari ini.

3. __________ saya sangat terang.

4. Ibu meletakkan makanan di atas __________.

5. Dia memakai __________ merah.

Solutions:

1. kerusi

2. baju

3. lampu

4. meja

5. kasut

Exercise 3: True or False

Read the statements and determine if they are true or false.

1. Baju means "pants." (True/False)

2. Lampu is a type of appliance. (True/False)

3. Katil is a type of clothing. (True/False)

4. Peti sejuk means "stove." (True/False)

5. Kasut means "shoes." (True/False)

Solutions:

1. False

2. True

3. False

4. False

5. True

Exercise 4: Write a Sentence

Use the following words to create sentences in Malay.

1. meja

2. telefon

3. baju

Example Solutions:

1. Meja saya besar dan cantik. (My table is big and beautiful.)

2. Telefon saya rosak. (My phone is broken.)

3. Baju baru saya berwarna biru. (My new shirt is blue.)

Exercise 5: Identify the Object

Identify the object shown in the picture and write its Malay name.

Insert Pictures of Objects

Example Solutions:

1. Picture of a table: meja

2. Picture of a chair: kerusi

3. Picture of a phone: telefon

Exercise 6: Word Search

Find the following words in the word search: meja, kerusi, baju, kasut, lampu.

Create a grid for students to find words.

Exercise 7: Create a Vocabulary List

Create a list of 5 everyday objects you use in your home and their Malay names.

Example Solutions:

1. Refrigerator - peti sejuk

2. Bed - katil

3. Chair - kerusi

4. Table - meja

5. Lamp - lampu

Exercise 8: Listening Practice

Listen to the teacher pronounce the following words and write them in Malay: table, shirt, telephone, bed, shoes.

Example Solutions:

1. meja

2. baju

3. telefon

4. katil

5. kasut

Exercise 9: Role Play

In pairs, practice a dialogue where one person asks about the location of everyday objects in the house. Use the vocabulary from this lesson.

Example Dialogue:

A: Di mana meja?

B: Meja ada di dapur.

Exercise 10: Quiz Yourself

Create a short quiz for yourself using the vocabulary from this lesson. Write down 5 questions and test your memory!

Example Questions:

1. What is the Malay word for "shoes"?

2. How do you say "lamp" in Malay?

3. What does "baju" mean in English?

4. Translate "bed" into Malay.

5. What is the Malay term for "telephone"?

By completing these exercises, you'll build a strong foundation in recognizing and using everyday objects in Malay. Keep practicing, and soon, you’ll find yourself more comfortable in conversations involving these essential vocabulary words!

Table of Contents - Malay (individual language) Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction

• Alphabet and Pronunciation
• Nouns and Pronouns
• Verbs and Tenses
• Adjectives and Adverbs
• Prepositions and Conjunctions
• Questions and Interrogatives

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Basic Vocabulary

• Food and Drinks
• Numbers and Counting
• Colors and Shapes
• Everyday Objects
• Family and Relationships
• Travel and Transportation
• Jobs and Professions

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Malay Culture and Tradition

• Religion and Festivals
• Malay Customs and Traditions
• Art and Music
• Malay Cuisine

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Intermediate Structures

• Relative Clauses
• Passive Voice
• Conditional Sentences
• Causative Verbs

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Advanced Vocabulary

• Politics and Government
• Science and Technology
• Literature and Poetry
• Business and Finance

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Modern Malaysia

• Malay Society Today
• Pop Culture and Entertainment

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A1 Exam Preparation

• A1 Exam Overview
• Exam Strategies
• Practice Exams

Other Lessons

• Science and Technology
• Geography
• Body Parts
• Directions
• Seasons
• Countries
• Colors and Shapes
• Months of the Year
• Games
• Education

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