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Malay, known linguistically as Bahasa Melayu, is an Austronesian language that is the national language of Malaysia, Brunei, and one of four official languages of Singapore. It also has official status in the Indonesian province of Sumatra and is one of the recognized languages of the United Nations. Its roots extend back to the Malay archipelago, where it evolved as a lingua franca among the diverse peoples of the region.
The language underwent significant changes through various historical milestones. The advent of Islam in the region during the 14th century introduced numerous Arabic and Persian loanwords, which enriched the vocabulary of Malay. The Malay language experienced another layer of influence during the colonial era, particularly under British and Dutch rule, which contributed additional loanwords from English and Dutch.
Interestingly, the standardization of Malay has different paths in different countries. In Malaysia, it is standardized as Bahasa Malaysia and enriched with Malay sultanate literature. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, the language is standardized as Bahasa Indonesia and has been influenced to some extent by Javanese and other regional languages within the vast archipelago. Despite their differences, speakers of Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia can generally understand each other due to the strong similarities between the two standards.
One unique feature of Malay is its use of honorifics that reflect the social status and hierarchy of the person being addressed, which is significant in its cultural context. Another notable aspect is its alphabet evolution: from the Pallava script to the Arabic-based Jawi script and eventually to the Latin-based Rumi script, which is most commonly used in contemporary times. As with many languages, Malay continues to evolve, incorporating new terms and expressions, and adapting to the modern and digital era.
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