malay

Shiok

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Shiok Origin: Malay – An exclamation word to describe a feeling of delight  Shiok is an exclamation word to describe a feeling of delight due to a positive experience. This experience can be related to good food and also a certain form of relief .

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agar-agar

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agar-agar Origin: Malay –  a dessert that is similar to jelly. agar-agar is a jelly-like dessert derived from algae. It can also be used as an ingredient to complement other desserts. agar-agar itself can also be added with fruit slices or coconut milk to enhance its taste and appearance.

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Alamak

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Alamak Origin: Malay – An exclamation word to express shock or surprise Alamak is an exclamation word used in situations when you are shocked or surprised by something or an event. It is something akin to “Oh my Mother!” and also “Oh my God!”.

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Lepak

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Lepak Origin: Malay – It means to relax, hang out or chill out by doing nothing. Lepak is used to describe chilling out, to relax at a place or home by not doing anything. It is a form of enjoyment that is carefree and stress-free.

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Lagi

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Lagi Origin: Malay – lt simply means more, greater, further. Lagi is the Malay word that is used to describe something that is more or greater than usual which can be for the better or for worse.

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Gostan

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Gostan Origin: Malay – it means reverse and is a contradiction of the nautical term “to go astern” Gostan is used in scenarios where you need someone to go reverse/backwards. This usually happens in driving situations when you overshot at a destination or turn.

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