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Questions & Answers about Itu roti sedap.
Why is Itu used instead of Ini?
In Malay, Itu generally means that (referring to something farther away), while Ini means this (referring to something closer). Since the sentence is pointing out bread that is not right next to the speaker, Itu is the appropriate choice.
Does roti refer to just any bread or a specific type?
The word roti in Malay typically means bread in general. It can refer to various types of bread, including loaves, sliced bread, buns, or even types of flatbreads, depending on context.
Can I say enak instead of sedap?
Yes, sedap and enak both mean delicious or tasty in Malay. They are interchangeable in most contexts, though sedap is often used in casual conversation.
Is the word order important? Could I say Roti itu sedap?
Yes, you can say Roti itu sedap without changing the overall meaning. Malay word order can be somewhat flexible, but Itu roti sedap emphasizes the word Itu a bit more at the start.
Do I need any special marker between roti and sedap?
No, Malay does not require an extra word like that/which before sedap. Simple sentence structures like Itu roti sedap are perfectly natural.
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