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gem in Malay

permata

/d͡ʒɛm/

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gem in Malay: permata, jauhar. In English, gem means a precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.

Malay words for gem

precious stone
permata, jauhar

English meaning of gem

  1. noun A precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.
  2. noun Any precious or highly valued thing or person.
  3. noun Anything of small size, or expressed within brief limits, which is regarded as a gem on account of its beauty or value, such as a small picture, a verse of poetry, or an epigram.
  4. noun Internet content of good quality.

Full definition of gem

gem in a sentence

  • She's an absolute gem.

Synonyms of gem

All synonyms of gem

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Questions about gem in Malay

What is the meaning of gem in Malay?
Gem in Malay is permata, jauhar.
Apakah maksud gem dalam bahasa Melayu?
Gem: permata, jauhar.
What does gem mean in English?
Gem means a precious stone, usually of substantial monetary value or prized for its beauty or shine.

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