Malay Word of the Day
sayang
/sa-YANG/ • verb / noun / interjection — 25th of Apr, 2026
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Meaning: affection, love; also used to express pity or regret (e.g., "what a pity")
Examples
- Saya sayang kamu.
(I love you.) - Sayang sekali, semua tiket sudah habis.
(What a pity; all the tickets are sold out.) - Dia sangat sayang pada anaknya.
(He/she is very fond of his/her child.)
Synonyms
- cinta
- kasih
Sayang is a versatile word used for romantic or familial affection (I love you / I'm fond of), and as an expression of regret or pity (sayang sekali = what a shame). It appears in casual speech, terms of endearment, and informal remarks about missed opportunities; adding -nya (sayangnya) often means "unfortunately."
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