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double standard in Malay

dua darjat

double standard in Malay: dua darjat. In English, double standard means the situation where two groups or individuals are the same in pertinent ways, but one is condemned for it while the other is excused.

Malay words for double standard

the situation of groups one of which is excused from following a standard
dua darjat

English meaning of double standard

  1. noun The situation where two groups or individuals are the same in pertinent ways, but one is condemned for it while the other is excused.
  2. noun A pair of monetary values, i.e. a gold standard and a silver standard, both of which are legal tender.

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Questions about double standard in Malay

What is the meaning of double standard in Malay?
Double standard in Malay is dua darjat.
Apakah maksud double standard dalam bahasa Melayu?
Double standard: dua darjat.
What does double standard mean in English?
Double standard means the situation where two groups or individuals are the same in pertinent ways, but one is condemned for it while the other is excused.

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