Malaysian Food
Malay Words & Indonesian counterparts
Locations in Malaysia
Malaysian Culture
General Knowledge on Malaysia
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This coconut milk–based rice dish is traditionally served with sambal, anchovies, peanuts, and egg and is widely regarded as Malaysia’s national dish.
Nasi Lemak
100
"Kereta" means "train" in Indonesian.
What does it mean in Malay?
car
100
This city is the capital of Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur
100
What colour symbolises good luck during Chinese New Year?
red
100
What is the official currency of Malaysia?
Ringgit
200
These skewered meat sticks are grilled over charcoal and served with peanut sauce.
Satay
200
"Pejabat" means "official" in Indonesian.
What does it mean in Malay?
office
200
Located on the island of Borneo, this state is the largest Malaysian state by land area.
Sarawak
200
What are the 3 ethnic groups/races of Malaysia?
Malay, Chinese, Indian
200
State the national fruit of Malaysia.
Durian
300
This Malaysian dessert is made of shaved ice topped with syrup, condensed milk, and sweet toppings such as cendol and red beans.
Ais kacang (ABC - Air Batu Campur)
300
"Senang" means "happy" in Indonesian.
What does it mean in Malay?
easy
300
This Malaysian state is home to Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak in Southeast Asia.
Sabah
300
The Hindu festival of lights that symbolises the victory of good over evil
Deepavali
300
State the national animal of Malaysia.
The (Malayan) Tiger
400
In Malaysian kopitiams, what is the difference between kopi O and kopi C?
Kopi O is black coffee with sugar;
kopi C is coffee with evaporated milk and sugar.
400
"Pusing" means "dizzy" in Indonesian.
What does it mean in Malay?
spin
400
This UNESCO World Heritage city in Malaysia is famous for its street art and Peranakan culture. (There may be more than one correct answer.)
George Town /
Malacca
400
This traditional Malay outfit is worn by males and often includes a samping
Baju Melayu
400
On which year did Malaysia achieve independence?
1957
500
Often prepared for celebrations, this Peranakan dish features chicken cooked with candlenuts and traditional herbs.
ayam buah keluak
500
"Bisa" means "can" in Indonesian.
What does it mean in Malay?
may / poison
500
At which stadium did Tunku Abdul Rahman shout “Merdeka!” during Malaysia’s independence declaration?
Stadium Merdeka
500
This decorative dot is worn on the forehead by Indian women, and it is usually red.
bindi
500
What regional bloc (regional grouping) is Malaysia in?
ASEAN
