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10 Language-to-English DictionariesMalaya
/məˈleɪ.ə/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A historical region in Southeast Asia, primarily located on the Malay Peninsula and surrounding islands.
"The Malaya region is known for its rich biodiversity and cultural diversity." - 2
A former British colony that is now part of Malaysia.
"After gaining independence, Malaya became a significant player in Southeast Asian politics."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Malaya' originates from the Malay word 'Melayu', which refers to the Malay Peninsula and its people. The name has evolved through colonial influences, particularly during the British colonial period in the 19th and 20th centuries, reflecting the region's diverse cultural and historical heritage.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Malaya" is said worldwide
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Malaisie
Transliteration: Malaisie
"La Malaisie est un pays riche en diversité culturelle."
Malaya
Transliteration: Malaya
"Malaya war einst eine britische Kolonie."
Malesia
Transliteration: Malesia
"La Malesia è famosa per le sue spiagge tropicali."
Malasia
Transliteration: Malasia
"Malasia es conocida por su biodiversidad."
Malásia
Transliteration: Malásia
"A Malásia tem uma rica herança cultural."
मलेशिया
Transliteration: Maleshiya
"मलेशिया एक विविध सांस्कृतिक देश है।"
马来亚
Transliteration: Mǎláiyà
"马来亚是一个历史悠久的地区。"
말레이시아
Transliteration: Malreisia
"말레이시아는 다양한 문화로 유명합니다."
マレーシア
Transliteration: Marēshia
"マレーシアは多様な文化を持つ国です。"
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