Standard Dictionary

Words Starting with "T"

5,175 words found

tekukur
noun
Locus

spotted dove, a small pigeon-like bird with a melodious call, often kept as a pet; includes varieties such as the spotted dove and the forest dove

tekukur api
noun
sains
Proper Name

a species of dove with scientific name Macropygia ruficeps malayana

tekukur jarum
noun
sains
Proper Name

a small species of dove, also called merbuk or spotted dove (Geopelia striata)

tekun
adjective
Abstract Concept

diligent, persistent, and earnest in doing something

tekung
noun
sains
Locus

a segment or joint of bamboo or sugarcane stem

tekung buluh
noun
Locus

The internode or joint on a bamboo stem.

tekur
verb
Action

To bow the head or body as a sign of respect, submission, or obedience.

tel
numeral
gaul
Numeral

non-standard word used in sequential counting, e.g., 'lima tel' means five, one, two, three, four, five

tela
noun
arkais
Locus

The flash pan or priming pan on an old-fashioned gun, also known as the ear of the gun.

telaah
noun
Abstract Concept

An in-depth investigation, study, or examination of a subject.

telabang
noun
arkais
Locus

A long shield used in traditional warfare, now archaic.

telabat
verb
arkais
Action

To step forward with great respect, especially when facing a king or dignitary.

telacak
noun
Locus

An imprint or trace left by the sole of a foot on a surface.

teladan
noun
Abstract Concept

Something worthy of imitation or being a model, such as behavior, character, or actions.

teladas
noun
Locus

A low waterfall or rapid in a river; cascade.

telaga
noun
Locus

A natural or artificial body of water, such as a small mountain lake, a pond, or a drilled well in Minangkabau.

telaga di bawah gunung
noun
Abstract Concept

A proverb describing a wife who brings good fortune or profit to her husband.

telaga mencari timba
noun
Abstract Concept

A proverb describing a woman who actively seeks a male partner.

telaga tahi
noun
Locus

A noun meaning latrine or toilet, a place for human waste disposal.

telah
adverb
Tempo

Adverb indicating that an action or state is completed or occurred in the past; already.

telah bau bagai embacang
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning that a matter has begun to become clear or revealed.

telah berasap hidungnya
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning to have obtained profit or fortune after long suffering from lack.

telah busuk maka dipeda
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning to do something after it is too late; to act when it is no longer useful.

telah dapat gading bertuah
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning that because one obtains something better, the old or inferior is abandoned.

telah dijual
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning to think carefully before taking action.

telah jadi indarus
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning to have lost, especially in a gambling game or contest.

telah karam maka tertimpa
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning to realize or regret something only after suffering a calamity.

telah mati yang bergading
verb
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning that a powerful or respected person has passed away.

telah mengguncang girik
noun
arkais
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning very old, likened to a 'girik' (coconut grater) that has been frequently shaken

telah meraba-raba tepi kain
noun
arkais
Abstract Concept

A proverb meaning already severely ill and near death, likened to groping the edge of a cloth