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headteacher in Malay

guru besar

headteacher in Malay: guru besar. In English, headteacher means the most senior teacher in a school who is responsible for its management and administration.

Malay words for headteacher

the most senior teacher in a school
guru besar

English meaning of headteacher

  1. noun The most senior teacher in a school who is responsible for its management and administration.

Full definition of headteacher

headteacher in a sentence

  • I had to go and see the headteacher about my attitude.

Synonyms of headteacher

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Questions about headteacher in Malay

What is the meaning of headteacher in Malay?
Headteacher in Malay is guru besar.
Apakah maksud headteacher dalam bahasa Melayu?
Headteacher: guru besar.
What does headteacher mean in English?
Headteacher means the most senior teacher in a school who is responsible for its management and administration.

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