Traveling to a country where Malay is spoken can be an enriching experience, and knowing some key phrases in this language can greatly enhance your stay. Whether you’re visiting Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore, or Indonesia’s Riau Islands and parts of Sumatra, here are some useful Malay phrases related to hotels and accommodations to help you communicate more effectively during your trip.
Tempahan
Definition: Reservation or booking
Boleh saya buat tempahan untuk dua malam?
(Translation: Can I make a reservation for two nights?)
Bilik
Definition: Room
Berapa harga satu malam untuk sebuah bilik?
(Translation: How much is one night for a room?)
Daftar masuk
Definition: Check-in
Pukul berapa saya boleh daftar masuk?
(Translation: What time can I check-in?)
Daftar keluar
Definition: Check-out
Saya ingin daftar keluar keesokan harinya pukul sebelas pagi.
(Translation: I would like to check out the next day at eleven in the morning.)
Penghuni
Definition: Occupant or guest
Kami ada empat penghuni untuk bilik ini.
(Translation: We have four occupants for this room.)
Penyambut tetamu
Definition: Receptionist
Tolong beritahu penyambut tetamu jika ada masalah dengan bilik anda.
(Translation: Please inform the receptionist if there’s a problem with your room.)
Kunci
Definition: Key
Saya hilang kunci bilik saya.
(Translation: I lost my room key.)
Sarapan pagi
Definition: Breakfast
Adakah sarapan pagi termasuk dalam harga bilik?
(Translation: Is breakfast included in the room price?)
Penginapan
Definition: Accommodation
Adakah anda boleh mencadangkan penginapan yang murah di bandar ini?
(Translation: Can you recommend any cheap accommodations in this town?)
Langgan
Definition: To subscribe or book
Bolehkah saya langgan bilik dengan pemandangan laut?
(Translation: Can I book a room with a sea view?)
Insurans perjalanan
Definition: Travel insurance
Anda disarankan untuk memiliki insurans perjalanan semasa bercuti.
(Translation: You’re advised to have travel insurance while on holiday.)
Bayaran
Definition: Payment
Bilakah saya perlu membuat bayaran untuk penginapan saya?
(Translation: When do I need to make the payment for my stay?)
Wi-Fi percuma
Definition: Free Wi-Fi
Kami menyediakan Wi-Fi percuma untuk semua tetamu kami.
(Translation: We provide free Wi-Fi for all our guests.)
Kolam renang
Definition: Swimming pool
Berapa jam kolam renang dibuka?
(Translation: What hours is the swimming pool open?)
Resit
Definition: Receipt
Bisakah anda memberikan saya resit untuk pembayaran ini?
(Translation: Can you give me a receipt for this payment?)
Tinggal
Definition: To stay
Kami akan tinggal di hotel ini selama seminggu.
(Translation: We will stay at this hotel for a week.)
With these phrases in your vocabulary, you’ll be better equipped to handle the logistics of your stay in a Malay-speaking region. Happy travels and selamat menginap (have a pleasant stay)!
