awak cantik
/ˈawak ˈt͡ʃantek/word by word
awak cantik is the Malay way to say "you're beautiful".
This phrase is a compliment used to tell someone that they are physically attractive. The core word cantik can be used to describe people, objects, scenery or even a well-executed action or idea. While cantik refers to physical beauty or aesthetic appeal, the word elok is often used to describe something that is "good", "fine" or "proper" in a more abstract or moral sense.
Which one should you use?
For a more formal way to express a higher level of admiration, you might use Anda memukau. In colloquial settings, such as among friends and peers, the phrase Cantik Gila is used to show a strong sense of admiration. Additionally, Lawanya! serves as an informal way to convey the sentiment "you're beautiful!"
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
If you are in a highly informal or colloquial setting, such as between very close friends, you may use kau cantik. For a more formal tone, use Anda memukau.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word cantik is an adjective that does not require a linking verb like "is" or "are" to be used in a sentence.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈawak ˈtʃantek/
Did you know?
Examples in context
- Awak cantik sekaliYou are very beautiful
- Anda memukau dengan kecantikan andaYou are stunning with your beauty
- Cantik gila babe!You're insanely beautiful, babe!
- Lawanya!You're beautiful!
- Awak cantik hari ini.You are beautiful today.
- Saya rasa awak cantik.I think you are beautiful.
- Awak cantik dalam baju itu.You are beautiful in that dress.
Example conversation
Hafiz and Aishah are at a formal dinner party.
- HafizAishah, awak cantik sangat malam ini.Aishah, you are very beautiful tonight.
- AishahTerima kasih, Hafiz.Thank you, Hafiz.
- HafizBaju itu sangat sesuai untuk awak.That dress is very suitable for you.
- AishahAwak pun nampak segak.You also look handsome.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (awak, cantik) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries awak, CC BY-SA 4.0.
