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bitter in Malay

pahit

UK/ˈbɪt.ə//ˈbɪ.tɚ/

bitter in Malay: pahit. In English, bitter means having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).

Malay words for bitter

having an acrid taste
pahit

English meaning of bitter

  1. adjective Having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).
  2. adjective Harsh, piercing, acerbic or stinging.
  3. adjective Hateful or hostile.
  4. adjective Cynical and resentful.

Full definition of bitter

bitter in a sentence

  • The coffee tasted bitter.
  • They're bitter enemies.
  • I've been bitter ever since that defeat.

Synonyms of bitter

All synonyms of bitter

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Questions about bitter in Malay

What is the meaning of bitter in Malay?
Bitter in Malay is pahit.
Apakah maksud bitter dalam bahasa Melayu?
Bitter: pahit.
What does bitter mean in English?
Bitter means having an acrid taste (usually from a basic substance).

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