# Malaysia

/məˈɫeɪʒə/ (US) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/malaysia
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a country in Southeast Asia. It is known for its mix of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures and its capital city, Kuala Lumpur.

For teachers: a sovereign state in Southeast Asia consisting of thirteen states and three federal territories. It is geographically divided into two regions, Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia, by the South China Sea.

## Examples

- I am planning a trip to Malaysia next summer.
- Many international companies choose to open offices in Malaysia because of its central location in Southeast Asia.
- The constitutional monarchy of Malaysia is unique for its rotational system, where the nine Malay rulers take turns serving as the national head of state every five years.

## Usage notes

- As a proper noun, it is always capitalized and typically used without an article.

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