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Malay frequency list

No. 951 in Malay

jurang

The Malay word "jurang" means "gorge" or "gap" in English.

In a sentence

  • Jurang antara golongan kaya dan miskin semakin melebar.

    The gap between the rich and the poor is widening.

    In this sentence, 'jurang' is used metaphorically to describe a disparity or gap between social classes.

  • Pelancong perlu berhati-hati ketika berjalan berhampiran jurang yang curam.

    Tourists must be careful when walking near the steep ravine.

    Here, 'jurang' refers to a physical ravine or chasm in the geographical sense.

  • Jurang komunikasi antara generasi tua dan muda perlu diatasi.

    The communication gap between the older and younger generation needs to be bridged.

    In this example, 'jurang' metaphorically indicates a difference or disconnect in communication across generations.

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