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curse in Malay

sumpahan

UK/kɜːs//kɝs/

curse in Malay: sumpahan, kutuk, laknat. In English, curse means a supernatural detriment or hindrance; a bane.

Malay words for curse

supernatural detriment
sumpahan, kutuk, laknat

English meaning of curse

  1. noun A supernatural detriment or hindrance; a bane.
  2. noun A prayer or imprecation that harm may befall someone.
  3. noun The cause of great harm, evil, or misfortune; that which brings evil or severe affliction; torment.
  4. noun A vulgar epithet.

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Questions about curse in Malay

What is the meaning of curse in Malay?
Curse in Malay is sumpahan, kutuk, laknat.
Apakah maksud curse dalam bahasa Melayu?
Curse: sumpahan, kutuk, laknat.
What does curse mean in English?
Curse means a supernatural detriment or hindrance; a bane.

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