Nasi ini sedap.

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Breakdown of Nasi ini sedap.

• adalah: to be
• nasi: the rice
• sedap: delicious

Questions & Answers about Nasi ini sedap.

How is it possible to say "Nasi ini sedap" in Malay without a word for "is"?

In Malay, there is no need to include a word equivalent to the English "is." The sentence simply uses the subject (Nasi ini) followed by the description (sedap).

What does "sedap" mean, and can I use other words like "lazat" or "enak"?

Sedap generally means "tasty" or "delicious." It’s widely used in daily conversation. You can also use words like lazat or enak for a similar meaning, although they might sound slightly more formal or literary.

Is the word "ini" always placed after the noun it describes?

Yes, in Malay, the demonstrative ini (meaning "this") typically comes after the noun. For instance, "Nasi ini sedap" literally translates to "Rice this tasty" in word-for-word order, but in a natural English translation, it becomes "This rice is delicious."

Could I add an intensifier to say "Nasi ini sangat sedap"?

Absolutely! Sangat means "very," so "Nasi ini sangat sedap" means "This rice is very delicious." It’s a common way to emphasize how tasty the food is.