sedap
English meaning: Delicious
Definition
Tasty — the word you will use constantly in Malaysia. Indonesian uses enak.
Example
“Nasi lemak ini sedap sangat!”
In English: “This nasi lemak is so delicious!”
Another example: “Mee goreng di gerai itu memang sedap.”
Usage — When, Where & How
Extremely common everyday adjective for tasty/delicious food and drink; also extends to a pleasant feeling ('tidur yang sedap'). Indispensable when eating out in Malaysia; Indonesian prefers 'enak'.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
'Sedap' originates from the Malay word 'sedap', which describes flavor and appeal. It is closely tied to culinary traditions and describes food that is delicious.
Common Collocations
- sedap betul
- masakan sedap
- sedap dimakan
- tidur sedap
- nasi lemak sedap
Word Forms
comparative: lebih sedap; superlative: tersedap; noun: kesedapan (tastiness)
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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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- Language
- Bahasa Melayu
- Malay
- Script
- Latin
- Family
- Austronesian
- Speakers
- 80M