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How to Say "Hurry up" in Malay

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Cepatlah
"Hurry up" in Malay 路 say it like chuh-paht-lah

The most natural way to say "Hurry up" in Malay is Cepatlah. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Cepat
a more casual way to say it
Segera
more formal, often used in written contexts

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want someone to speed up their actions. It can be used in various situations, such as when someone is late or when you are waiting for them to finish something. It is friendly and can be used with friends or family.

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Examples in Malay

MalayEnglish
Cepatlah, kita sudah terlambat!Hurry up, we are already late!
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the suffix 'lah' which makes it sound more natural.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Cepatlah, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Malay with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'cepat' the same as 'cepatlah'?

No, 'cepat' is more casual and less polite than 'cepatlah'.

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