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expression in Malay

ungkapan

/əkˈspɹɛʃ.n̩/

expression in Malay: ungkapan. In English, expression means the action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.

Malay words for expression

colloquialism or idiom
ungkapan

English meaning of expression

  1. noun The action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.
  2. noun A particular way of phrasing an idea.
  3. noun A colloquialism or idiom.
  4. noun A facial appearance usually associated with an emotion.

Full definition of expression

expression in a sentence

  • The expression "break a leg!" should not be taken literally.
  • They stared at the newcomer with a puzzled expression.
  • The best poker players can tell if the opponents have a good hand by looking at their expression.

expression in other languages

Questions about expression in Malay

What is the meaning of expression in Malay?
Expression in Malay is ungkapan.
Apakah maksud expression dalam bahasa Melayu?
Expression: ungkapan.
What does expression mean in English?
Expression means the action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.

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