No. 210 in Malay
sri
The Malay word "sri" is an honorific title denoting beauty, radiance, or glory.
In a sentence
Kampung ini diberi nama Kampung Seri Aman.
This village is named Seri Aman Village.
The word 'Sri' is used as part of a proper noun to denote beauty or serenity in naming the village.
Sri Ayu adalah seorang pelakon terkenal.
Sri Ayu is a famous actress.
Here, 'Sri' is a common prefix in Malay names, often indicating respect or charm in feminine names.
Sirih junjung di atas dulang dihias sri bunga melur.
The betel arrangement on the tray is adorned with the elegance of jasmine flowers.
In this usage, 'sri' describes beauty or elegance, emphasizing the aesthetic value of the item mentioned.
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