Learn and Speak Malay Easily
A practical guide to mastering the Malay language
Unlock the beauty of the Malay language effortlessly.
What you'll learn
- Basic conversational phrases
- Essential vocabulary for everyday situations
- Fundamentals of Malay grammar
- Pronunciation tips for clarity
- Cultural insights related to language use
- Strategies for effective language practice
About this book
This book serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to learn Malay quickly and effectively. With a focus on practical usage, it guides readers through essential vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills.
Whether you are a traveler, a student, or simply interested in the language, this book provides clear explanations and engaging exercises to enhance your learning experience. Dive into the rich culture of Malay-speaking communities while building your language proficiency.
Who this book is for
- Travelers to Malay-speaking countries
- Students of language
- Language enthusiasts
- Professionals working in multicultural environments
- Anyone seeking to enhance their communication skills
Why read this book
- User-friendly structure for easy navigation
- Practical exercises to reinforce learning
- Cultural context to enrich understanding
- Accessible language for beginners
About the language
Malay is an Austronesian language and the national language of Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore. It is the mother tongue of about 25 million people and is used by about 80 million, and it is very close to Indonesian.
Where it is spoken
Malaysia, Brunei, Singapore
Writing system
Written in the Latin alphabet from left to right; it also has an Arabic-based script called Jawi.
Quick facts
- Indonesian is in origin a form of Malay, so speakers of the two largely understand each other.
- The Arabic-based Jawi script is still used in Brunei and in some religious settings in Malaysia.
- Malay verbs do not change for tense or person, which makes its grammar relatively easy.
- Malay has hundreds of words borrowed from Arabic.
Why learn it
- Work: trade and investment with Malaysia and Brunei.
- Study: many Arab learners study at Malaysian universities.
- Travel: get around easily in Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia's tourist islands.
Words shared with Arabic
- kitab — From Arabic kitab, meaning a religious or scholarly book.
- waktu — From Arabic waqt, meaning time.
- fikir — From Arabic fikr, meaning to think.
- kerusi — From Arabic kursi, meaning chair.
- ilmu — From Arabic 'ilm, meaning knowledge or science.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Say it and get corrected
Tap the microphone and say the word — the app tells you right away whether you got it or came close.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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