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tell in Malay

kata

/tɛl/

tell in Malay: kata. In English, tell means to determine the number, amount, or value of [something].

Malay words for tell

to pass information
kata

English meaning of tell

  1. verb To determine the number, amount, or value of [something].
  2. verb To notice, discern. (Roughly, "can tell" means "know" but with a sense of direct perception.).
  3. verb To pick up on a difference. (See tell apart for more.).
  4. verb To narrate, to recount.

Full definition of tell

tell in a sentence

  • All told, there were over a dozen. Can you tell time on a clock? He had untold wealth.
  • I can tell that you're thrilled.
  • You can tell you've struck a nerve when even the crowd stops laughing.

Synonyms of tell

All synonyms of tell

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Questions about tell in Malay

What is the meaning of tell in Malay?
Tell in Malay is kata.
Apakah maksud tell dalam bahasa Melayu?
Tell: kata.
What does tell mean in English?
Tell means to determine the number, amount, or value of [something].

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