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check in Malay

syah

/t͡ʃɛk/

check in Malay: syah. In English, check means an inspection or examination.

Malay words for check

chess: when the king is directly threatened by an enemy piece
syah

English meaning of check

  1. noun An inspection or examination.
  2. noun A control; a limit or stop.
  3. noun A situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.
  4. noun A mark (especially a checkmark: ✓) used as an indicator.

Full definition of check

check in a sentence

  • I don't know if she will be there, but it's worth a check.
  • The castle moat should hold the enemy in check.
  • I was not carrying cash, so I wrote a check for the amount.

Synonyms of check

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Questions about check in Malay

What is the meaning of check in Malay?
Check in Malay is syah.
Apakah maksud check dalam bahasa Melayu?
Check: syah.
What does check mean in English?
Check means an inspection or examination.

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