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alarm in Malay

penggera

UK/əˈlɑːm//əˈlɑɹm/

alarm in Malay: penggera, weker. In English, alarm means a summons to arms, as on the approach of an enemy.

Malay words for alarm

notice of approaching danger
penggera
mechanical contrivance for awaking
weker, penggera

English meaning of alarm

  1. noun A summons to arms, as on the approach of an enemy.
  2. noun Any sound or information intended to give notice of approaching danger; a warning sound to arouse attention; a warning of danger.
  3. noun A device intended to warn or give notice of approaching danger.
  4. noun A sudden attack; a disturbance.

Full definition of alarm

alarm in a sentence

  • The fire alarm is located high on the wall to prevent tampering.
  • His actions caused alarm among all the other people in the store, who hurried to leave.
  • The clock radio is a friendlier version of the cold alarm by the bedside.

alarm in other languages

Questions about alarm in Malay

What is the meaning of alarm in Malay?
Alarm in Malay is penggera, weker.
Apakah maksud alarm dalam bahasa Melayu?
Alarm: penggera, weker.
What does alarm mean in English?
Alarm means a summons to arms, as on the approach of an enemy.

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