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How to Say "Of course" in Malay

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Sudah tentu
"Of course" in Malay 路 say it like soo-dah tun-too

The most natural way to say "Of course" in Malay is Sudah tentu. 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

Tentunya
more casual and often used in spoken language
Pastinya
slightly more formal, suitable for written contexts

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to affirm something that has been said. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. It shows that you agree with the statement or question posed.

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Examples in Malay

MalayEnglish
Sudah tentu saya akan datang ke majlis itu.Of course I will come to the event.
Tentunya kita perlu bersiap lebih awal.Of course we need to prepare earlier.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'tentu', which is less common and sounds incomplete.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Sudah tentu, 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 'sudah tentu' used in formal writing?

Yes, it is appropriate for both formal and informal contexts.

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