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meritocracy in Malay

meritokrasi

UK/mɛɹɪˈtɒkɹəsi//mɛɹəˈtɑkɹəsi/

meritocracy in Malay: meritokrasi. In English, meritocracy means rule by merit and talent.

Malay words for meritocracy

rule by merit
meritokrasi

English meaning of meritocracy

  1. noun Rule by merit and talent.
  2. noun A type of society where wealth, income, and social status are assigned through competition.

Full definition of meritocracy

meritocracy in a sentence

  • As a small nation without natural resources, Singapore relies on education and meritocracy to develop its economy.

meritocracy in other languages

Questions about meritocracy in Malay

What is the meaning of meritocracy in Malay?
Meritocracy in Malay is meritokrasi.
Apakah maksud meritocracy dalam bahasa Melayu?
Meritocracy: meritokrasi.
What does meritocracy mean in English?
Meritocracy means rule by merit and talent.

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