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liar in Malay

penipu

/ˈlaɪ.ə//ˈlaɪ.ɚ/

liar in Malay: penipu, pembohong. In English, liar means someone who tells a lie; especially, a person who frequently lies.

Malay words for liar

one who tells lies
penipu, pembohong

English meaning of liar

  1. noun Someone who tells a lie; especially, a person who frequently lies.
  2. noun A swabber responsible for cleaning the outside parts of the ship rather than the cabins, a role traditionally assigned to a person caught telling a lie the previous week.

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Questions about liar in Malay

What is the meaning of liar in Malay?
Liar in Malay is penipu, pembohong.
Apakah maksud liar dalam bahasa Melayu?
Liar: penipu, pembohong.
What does liar mean in English?
Liar means someone who tells a lie; especially, a person who frequently lies.

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