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paper tiger in Malay

harimau kertas

paper tiger in Malay: harimau kertas. In English, paper tiger means something or someone that appears powerful, strong or threatening but is in reality weak, ineffective, or unable to withstand challenge.

Malay words for paper tiger

paper tiger
harimau kertas

English meaning of paper tiger

  1. noun Something or someone that appears powerful, strong or threatening but is in reality weak, ineffective, or unable to withstand challenge.

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Questions about paper tiger in Malay

What is the meaning of paper tiger in Malay?
Paper tiger in Malay is harimau kertas.
Apakah maksud paper tiger dalam bahasa Melayu?
Paper tiger: harimau kertas.
What does paper tiger mean in English?
Paper tiger means something or someone that appears powerful, strong or threatening but is in reality weak, ineffective, or unable to withstand challenge.

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