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hunger in Malay

lapar

UK/ˈhʌŋɡə/

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Northern England/ˈhʊŋɡə/

hunger in Malay: lapar. In English, hunger means a need or compelling desire for food.

Malay words for hunger

need for food
lapar

English meaning of hunger

  1. noun A need or compelling desire for food.
  2. noun Any strong desire or need.
  3. verb To be in need of food.
  4. verb To have a desire (for); to long; to yearn.

Full definition of hunger

hunger in a sentence

  • I have a hunger to win.
  • I hungered for your love.

hunger in other languages

Questions about hunger in Malay

What is the meaning of hunger in Malay?
Hunger in Malay is lapar.
Apakah maksud hunger dalam bahasa Melayu?
Hunger: lapar.
What does hunger mean in English?
Hunger means a need or compelling desire for food.

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