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spicy in Malay

pedas

/ˈspaɪsi/

spicy in Malay: pedas, gatal. In English, spicy means of, pertaining to, or containing spice.

Malay words for spicy

providing a burning sensation due to chilies and other spices
pedas
tangy or pungent
pedas
racy
gatal

English meaning of spicy

  1. adjective Of, pertaining to, or containing spice.
  2. adjective Of a flavor, provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of capsaicin or a similar chemical.
  3. adjective Of a food, flavor, or odor, tangy, zesty, or pungent.
  4. adjective Of an expression or behavior, vigorous; colorful; stimulating.

Full definition of spicy

spicy in a sentence

  • He prepared a spicy casserole.
  • This curry is too spicy for me. I can't eat it.
  • She breathed in the strong, spicy aroma.

Synonyms of spicy

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Questions about spicy in Malay

What is the meaning of spicy in Malay?
Spicy in Malay is pedas, gatal.
Apakah maksud spicy dalam bahasa Melayu?
Spicy: pedas, gatal.
What does spicy mean in English?
Spicy means of, pertaining to, or containing spice.

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