Malay dictionary

jauhi

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to keep away from; to distance oneself from

Meanings

jauh+jauhi

Root jauh: far; at a great distance

Saya cuba jauhi makanan bergula.
I try to avoid sugary food.
Doktor menyarankan pesakit jauhi orang yang sakit.
The doctor advised the patient to avoid sick people.
Saya cuba jauhi perbualan itu.
I try to avoid that conversation.
Dia akan jauhi kawasan itu pada waktu malam.
He will stay away from that area at night.
Jauhi tepi jalan itu semasa hujan lebat.
Stay away from the side of the road during heavy rain.
Remaja itu mula jauhi rakan yang selalu mempengaruhinya.
The teenager began to distance himself from friends who always influenced him.

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