Category: Greetings & PhrasesPart of speech: phraseDifficulty: Common
nama saya
/nama saya/Roman
English meaning: My name is
Definition
Used to introduce yourself by name.
Example
“Nama saya Aiman. Selamat berkenalan!”
In English: “My name is Aiman. Nice to meet you!”
Another example: “Selamat berkenalan, nama saya Aisyah.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Neutral phrase used to introduce yourself ('my name is...'); appropriate in all settings. Followed by the speaker's name.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
'Nama saya' translates to 'my name' in Malay, with 'nama' meaning 'name' and 'saya' meaning 'I'. This phrase is essential for personal introductions.
Common Collocations
- nama saya Ali
- perkenalkan, nama saya
- nama saya ialah
- hai, nama saya
- nama saya dan saya dari
Word Forms
— (phrase; possessive: nama saya/nama awak/namanya)
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Literary Heritage
“Melayu itu orang yang bijaksana, naluri budi dan bahasa”
“The Malay is a person of wisdom — guided by virtue and language.”
“Bahasa jiwa bangsa”
“Language is the soul of the nation.”
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