jom

See also: jöm

Malay

Etymology

Borrowed from Kedah Malay jom, ultimately from an unknown origin.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈd͡ʒom/ [ˈd͡ʒom]
  • Rhymes: -om

Interjection

jom (Jawi spelling جوم)

  1. (informal) let's go, come on
    Jom makan.
    Let's eat.
    Jom minum.
    Let's get ourselves a drink.

Usage notes

Jom can be combined with other words to encourage the listener to come and do something with the speaker.

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Further reading

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