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banal in Malay

basi

/bəˈnɑːl/

banal in Malay: basi, banal. In English, banal means common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing new or fresh.

Malay words for banal

common
basi, banal

English meaning of banal

  1. adjective Common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing new or fresh.
  2. adjective Relating to a type of feudal jurisdiction or service.

Full definition of banal

banal in a sentence

  • The movie’s dialogue was predictable and banal.
  • He made a few banal remarks about the weather.

Synonyms of banal

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Questions about banal in Malay

What is the meaning of banal in Malay?
Banal in Malay is basi, banal.
Apakah maksud banal dalam bahasa Melayu?
Banal: basi, banal.
What does banal mean in English?
Banal means common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing new or fresh.

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