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Meaning of menyapu | Babel Free

Verb CEFR B1
məˈɲapu

Definitions

  1. to sweep (to clean with a broom).
  2. to apply; to spread (a substance onto a surface like paint, jam, or ointment).
  3. to wipe (to clean or dry by rubbing).

Equivalents

English Sweep

Examples

“Kakak sedang menyapu sampah di halaman rumah.”

Sister is sweeping the trash in the front yard.

“Dia menyapu jem pada sekeping roti.”

He spread jam on a slice of bread.

“Tukang cat itu sedang menyapu cat pada dinding.”

The painter is applying paint to the wall.

“Dia menyapu peluh di dahinya.”

He wiped the sweat on his forehead.

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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