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Malay (individual language) Vocabulary → Basic Vocabulary → Everyday Objects

As a Malay language teacher with 20 years of experience, I understand the importance of mastering basic vocabulary to communicate effectively in any language. In this lesson, we will cover everyday objects in Malay, including home appliances, clothing and personal items. These are essential words that will help you navigate through daily activities and situations in Malay-speaking regions.


After mastering this lesson, these related pages might interest you: Clothes & Toys.

Home Appliances

Malay vocabulary related to home appliances will help you describe household items, electronics and simple repairs. Here are some examples of everyday objects you'll encounter in many homes:

Malay (individual language) Pronunciation English
Peti sejuk pəti sejuk Refrigerator
Mesin basuh meɪsɪn basu Washing Machine
Penyaman udara penyaman udara Air Conditioner
Pemanggang roti pəmaŋgaŋ roti Toaster
Periuk nasi periuk nasi Rice Cooker
Pengisar kopi peŋisar kopi Coffee Grinder
Televisyen teləvisyen Television
Penaik turun tirai peːnaɪk turun tirai Window Blinds
  • Notice how some of these phrases are borrowed from English but are pronounced with a Malay accent.

Clothing and Personal Items

Knowing Malay vocabulary for clothing and personal items will help you describe what you, and others around you, are wearing or carrying. Here are some basic clothing items, accessories and personal grooming items in Malay:

Malay (individual language) Pronunciation English
Baju baju Shirt/top
Seluar səluar Pants
Kasut kasut Shoes/footwear
Jam tangan jam taŋgan Watch
Beg tangan beɡ taŋgan Handbag
Dompet dɔmpet Wallet
Sikat gigi sikat ɡiːɡiː Toothbrush
Sabun mandi sabun mandi Soap/Shower Gel
Syampu ʃamˈpu Shampoo

Learning some Malay vocabulary for everyday objects is a great start, but to become fluent, it is important to continue studying Malay language and culture in depth. In other lessons in this course, we will look at other aspects of the Malay language, including adjectives, verbs and tenses, and more diverse vocabulary. Stay open to new ideas and experiences, and never stop learning.

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