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pretty in Malay

cantik

UK/ˈpɹɪt.i//ˈpɹɪt.i/

pretty in Malay: cantik, jelita. In English, pretty means pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.

Malay words for pretty

especially of women and children: pleasant, attractive
cantik, jelita

English meaning of pretty

  1. adjective Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.
  2. adjective Of objects or things: nice-looking, appealing.
  3. adjective Fine-looking; only superficially attractive; initially appealing but having little substance; see petty.
  4. adjective Effeminate.

Full definition of pretty

pretty in a sentence

  • We'll stop at the knife store and look at the sharp pretties.

Synonyms of pretty

pretty in other languages

Questions about pretty in Malay

What is the meaning of pretty in Malay?
Pretty in Malay is cantik, jelita.
Apakah maksud pretty dalam bahasa Melayu?
Pretty: cantik, jelita.
What does pretty mean in English?
Pretty means pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.

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