takziah
The Malay word for condolences is takziah.
takziah is used to express sympathy or offer condolences to a bereaved family. It is most commonly found in the formal phrase Ucapan takziah, which means an expression of condolences.
Meaning: funeral expression (intj)
How does it change in a sentence?
In Malay, takziah is a singular noun. Unlike the English word "condolences", which is almost always used in the plural, takziah does not take a plural suffix when used in this context.
When do people say it?
When expressing sympathy for a loss, you might use the phrase Saya turut sedih dengan pemergian… to mean "I am saddened by the loss of…", which can be followed by the name of the deceased person.
Did you know?
- In many Malay-speaking communities, the act of offering takziah is often accompanied by the physical gesture of a slight bow or a specific way of handing over an envelope if providing financial aid.
- The word takziah is an Arabic loanword, originating from the root meaning 'to console' or 'to strengthen' someone in their grief.
- In Malaysia, a majlis takziah is a formal gathering where guests visit the bereaved family to offer support and prayers.
Examples in context
- Saya memahami betapa beratnya perasaanmu saat ini dan saya di sini untukmuI understand how heavy your heart feels right now, and I am here for you
- Saya akan mendoakan almarhum agar mendapatkan tempat terbaik di sisi AllahI will pray for the departed soul to find the best place with Allah
- Saya akan selalu mengingat kebaikan almarhum dan kenangan indah bersamanyaI will always remember the kindness of the departed and the beautiful memories we shared
- Saya ingin mengucapkan takziah kepada keluarga anda.I would like to offer my condolences to your family.
- Saya ucapkan takziah kepada keluarga awak.I offer my condolences to your family.
- Terimalah ucapan takziah daripada kami semua.Please accept our condolences from all of us.
- Kami ingin menyampaikan takziah yang mendalam.We wish to express our deepest condolences.
Example conversation
Nur meets Amir at a funeral to support him.
- NurSaya ucapkan takziah buat awak, Amir.I offer my condolences to you, Amir.
- AmirTerima kasih, Nur, atas keprihatinan awak.Thank you, Nur, for your concern.
- NurSemoga awak sekeluarga tabah menghadapi ujian ini.May you and your family stay strong through this trial.
- AmirAmin, terima kasih atas doa awak.Amen, thank you for your prayers.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries takziah, CC BY-SA 4.0.
