Learning a new language is not just about mastering polite phrases and greetings; it often includes understanding all aspects of communication, including curse words and swear phrases. It’s important to be aware of these expressions, as they can give you a deeper insight into the culture and help you comprehend movies, music, and real-life conversations. However, please bear in mind that using this language inappropriately can be offensive, so it’s crucial to understand the context in which these words are used. In Malay or Bahasa Melayu, there are a variety of such expressions that you might encounter.

Bodoh
The word “bodoh” translates to “stupid” or “dumb” in English. It’s a derogative term used to insult someone’s intelligence or to express frustration with a situation.
Dia memang bodoh sebab tidak membaca arahan dengan betul.

Bangang
Similarly, “bangang” is a derogative term, which can also mean “stupid” or “dumb,” albeit slightly more offensive than “bodoh”.
Jangan jadi bangang, fikir dulu sebelum bertindak.

Celaka
“Celaka” is quite a harsh swear word in Malay, often used to express anger or frustration towards someone. It can be equivalent to saying “damn” or “curse you”.
Celaka! Aku terlupa bawa dompet aku.

Haramjadah
An extremely offensive term, “haramjadah”, is used to insult someone in a very degrading manner. It is the equivalent of “bastard” or “illegitimate.”
Aku tak akan maafkan dia, haramjadah itu telah menyakiti keluargaku.

Sial
“Sial” is a common curse word that can be translated to “damn” or “accursed.” It’s used when something goes wrong, or when someone wants to curse another discreetly.
Sial betul, hujan lebat bila aku nak keluar.

Puki
Quite vulgar, the term “puki” refers to the female genitalia but is used as an offensive curse word in a similar vein to its English counterpart. It is highly derogative and should be used with utmost caution.
Dia mencarut, “Puki mak kau!”, bila dia kalah dalam permainan.

Lancau
Also highly offensive, “lancau” is a derogatory term akin to the English word “dick.” It’s used to describe someone in a very negative light.
Lancau betul lah mamat ini, asyik menyusahkan orang je.

Babi
The term “babi” means “pig,” but in the context of swearing, it’s used to insult someone by calling them a pig, referencing the notions of dirtiness or despicableness.
Jangan jadi macam babi, buang sampah merata-rata.

Language is a dynamic and living aspect of culture; thus, the usage and connotations of these words can vary depending on the region and the company. In Malay culture, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia, swearing and cursing can be very sensitive due to cultural norms and religious beliefs, so it’s critical to understand the impact of these words before casually incorporating them into conversation. In addition of using Talkpal AI, there are a few ways to learn Malay, including improving conversations in Malaysian with Ling. Always exercise caution and respect towards the people and the cultural context when engaging in any form of language use.