faham
/ˈfaham/
The English phrase 'noted' is translated into Malay as faham.
Meaning: well known because of one's reputation (adj)
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈfaham/
Did you know?
- Malay distinguishes between faham (comprehending a concept) and tahu (knowing a fact), a nuance that English often merges under the word 'know'.
- The word faham is borrowed from the Arabic root fahm, which relates to the act of understanding or grasping a concept.
- In a professional Malay context, saying faham can sometimes sound too blunt or abrupt if used alone, so speakers often add particles like dah or ya to soften the tone.
Example conversation
Amir and Nur are discussing a famous professor.
- AmirAdakah anda kenal Profesor Salim?Do you know Professor Salim?
- NurYa, beliau sangat faham dalam sejarah.Yes, he is very well known in history.
- AmirSaya mahu belajar dengannya.I want to study with him.
- NurItu idea yang sangat bagus, Amir.That is a very good idea, Amir.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry faham, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries faham, CC BY-SA 4.0.
