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How to Translate from Malay to Tetum

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Input Malay Text

Enter the Malay text you need translated into the provided text box.

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Choose Tetum from the language dropdown menu if not already selected.

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Click the "Translate" button to get the Tetum translation instantly.

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Use the swap button if you need to switch between Malay and Tetum.

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Language Comparison: Malay vs Tetum

Explore the linguistic characteristics and features of both languages

Family

Malay
Austronesian
Tetum
Austronesian, Malayo-Polynesian

Speakers

Malay
Approximately 88 million speakers (including Indonesian and other Malay dialects)
Tetum
Around 800,000 speakers (including second-language speakers)

Features

Malay
Widely spoken in Southeast Asia, Malay is known for its simplicity in grammar, especially in terms of verb conjugation and lack of inflection
Tetum
An Austronesian language with significant Portuguese influence, serving as one of the two official languages of Timor-Leste; simple grammar and shared vocabulary with Indonesian/Malay

Countries

Malay
Malaysia, Indonesia (as Indonesian), Brunei, Singapore, Thailand (southern provinces)
Tetum
Timor-Leste and Indonesia.

Writing System

Malay
Latin script (Rumi) and Arabic script (Jawi)
Tetum
Latin script

Tonal

Malay
No
Tetum
No

Grammatical Cases

Malay
No, uses prepositions and word order instead of grammatical cases
Tetum
No, relies on word order and prepositions

Derived From

Malay
Old Malay, influenced by Sanskrit, Arabic, and later Portuguese, Dutch, and English
Tetum
Proto-Austronesian, with heavy Portuguese lexical influence

Loanwords

Malay
From Sanskrit, Arabic, Portuguese, Dutch, English, and Chinese
Tetum
From Portuguese, Malay/Indonesian, and Arabic

Dialects

Malay
Includes Malaysian Malay, Indonesian Malay (Indonesian), Brunei Malay, Kedah Malay, Kelantanese Malay, and others
Tetum
Includes Tetun Dili (urban variety with heavy Portuguese influence) and Tetun Terik (more traditional and rural variety)

Alphabets

Malay
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Tetum
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

Language Facts:

Understanding these linguistic differences helps improve translation accuracy and cultural communication between Malay and Tetum speakers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Malay to Tetum translation

Is this translation from Malay to Tetum free?

Yes, this text translation from Malay to Tetum is completely free. You can translate up to 1500 characters without any cost or registration required.

Is there a character limit for translation?

Yes, you can translate up to 1500 characters in one request. This limit ensures optimal performance and translation quality while accommodating most common translation needs.

Is the translation from Malay to Tetum accurate?

Yes, we use Google Cloud Translation API for translation services. This ensures high accuracy and reliability for your translations between Malay and Tetum.

How many languages does this website support for translation?

This website supports over 240 languages for translation, offering comprehensive linguistic capabilities to meet the diverse needs of our global users. From major world languages to regional dialects, we've got you covered.

Can I translate from Tetum to Malay?

Yes, absolutely! You can easily reverse the translation direction by clicking the swap button above, or visit our dedicated Tetum to Malay Translation page for the reverse translation service.

How fast is the translation process?

Our translation service provides near-instantaneous results. Most translations from Malay to Tetum are completed within 1-2 seconds, ensuring a smooth and efficient user experience.

Can I use this for professional or business purposes?

Yes, our translation service is suitable for various purposes including business communications, academic work, and professional documents. However, for critical business documents, we recommend having important translations reviewed by a human translator.