No. 110 in Malay

tempatan

Local.

In a sentence

Kami menyokong perniagaan tempatan untuk membantu ekonomi setempat.
We support local businesses to help the local economy.
Here, 'tempatan' modifies 'perniagaan', meaning 'local businesses', emphasizing geographical proximity or connection.
Makanan tempatan di kawasan ini sangat lazat dan unik.
The local food in this area is very delicious and unique.
In this context, 'tempatan' describes 'makanan', referring to specialties or dishes specific to the region.
Pejuang tempatan berjaya mempertahankan negara mereka semasa peperangan.
The local fighters managed to defend their country during the war.
Here, 'tempatan' pertains to 'pejuang', designating individuals originating from or belonging to the local area where they defended.

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