BASIC MALAY COMMUNICATIONS: A Language Course for Non-Native Speakers

INTRODUCTION FOR BASIC MALAY COMMUNICATIONS: A Language Course for Non-Native Speakers

This two-day, 16-hour practical program focuses on real-life conversational Malay used in the workplace. It emphasizes pronunciation, sentence construction, and vocabulary that learners can immediately apply in their daily tasks and interactions.

Participants will explore:

• Sound and Pronunciation Techniques

• How to Form Basic Sentences

• Question Structures and Conversation Starters

• Workplace Vocabulary

• Respectful Communication in Malay Culture

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Pronounce commonly used Malay words correctly
• Construct basic, grammatically correct Malay sentences
• Expand their vocabulary for both work and social situations
• Understand simple sentences when spoken by native Malay speakers
• Communicate respectfully and effectively in everyday workplace scenarios

LEARNING METHODOLOGY

The course blends hands-on learning with minimal lectures to keep the session interactive and immersive. Activities include:

• Audio-visual exercises

• Group work and case studies

• Individual language practice

• Simulated conversations for workplace situations

WHAT’S INSIDE THE PROGRAM

The course blends hands-on learning with minimal lectures to keep the session interactive and immersive. Activities include:

• Audio-visual exercises

• Group work and case studies

• Individual language practice

• Simulated conversations for workplace situations

We also integrate cultural insights to help participants understand Malay etiquette and communication styles — a crucial factor when engaging with local colleagues and clients.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is tailored for non-native Malay speakers working or living in Malaysia who wish to improve their communication in Bahasa Malaysia. Suitable participants include:

• Foreign employees from all industries (manufacturing, hospitality, construction, services, etc.)

• Foreign professionals working in mixed-language environments

• Non-Malaysian managers or supervisors who interact with local staff

• Expatriates new to Malaysia who want to settle in smoothly

• International trainees or interns posted in Malaysia

The course is open to all job levels, from non-executives to top management.

⚠️ Note: This course is not suitable for visually or hearing-impaired individuals due to the nature of the learning activities.

COURSE CONTENTS

Day 1: Getting Started with Malay Language

Morning Session

Module 1: Ice Breaking

• Interactive introduction session to build rapport and set a positive tone

Module 2: Program Structure and Expectations

• Overview of course objectives

• Introduction to the “Vocab Parking Lot” – A live board for building vocabulary throughout the course

Module 3: Sound and Pronunciation

• Vowels and diphthongs in Malay

• Consonants and consonant clusters

• Pronunciation practice with audio-visual tools

Module 4: Numbers, Time, Day, Date and Currency

• Practical use of numbers and time-related expressions in daily communication

Module 5: Me, My Friends and Families (Part 1)

• Understanding Nouns and Pronouns (Kata Nama & Kata Ganti Nama)

• Sentence Structure: Frasa Nama + Frasa Nama

• Introduction to sentence building using personal and familial contexts

Afternoon Session

Module 5: Me, My Friends and Families (Part 2)

• Introducing Yourself

  • Common greetings and phrases

  • Sentence Structure: Frasa Nama + Frasa Adjektif

• Describing People

  • Using adjectives for appearance, body parts, and personality

  • Vocabulary building: human body, shapes, and personalities

  • Forming questions using Kata Tanya

  • Demonstrative pronouns (Kata Tunjuk) and their usage

Day 2: Applying Malay in the Workplace

Morning Session

Module 6: My Workplace and Surroundings

• Vocabulary related to workplace tools, spaces, and routines

• Introduction to Verbs (Kata Kerja) and forming action-based sentences

• Sentence Structure: Frasa Nama + Frasa Kerja

Module 7: Prepositions of Place and Time (Kata Sendi Nama)

• Using place and time prepositions in context

• Vocabulary: signage, office items, tools, machines, furniture

• Sentence Structure: Frasa Nama + Frasa Sendi Nama

• Introduction to Helping Words (Kata Bantu)

Afternoon Session

Module 8: Describing Spaces, Items and Smells

• Using adjectives to describe physical environments and objects

• Vocabulary: colors, tools, machineries, equipment, and spaces

Module 9: Making Simple Conversations

• Role play: Common work-related conversations

• Applying Kata Tanya in dialogue and workplace interactions

Module 10: Showing Respect in Malay Communication

• Understanding Honorific References (Kata Rujukan Hormat)

• Introduction to Conjunctions (Kata Hubung) for linking ideas

• Using Helping Words (Kata Bantu) for context and meaning

• Adding emphasis with Kata Penguat

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