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The word 'compound' (an enclosed area) entered English from the Malay 'kampung.' What does 'kampung' mean?

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From bamboo to orangutan, discover the Malay language origins behind some surprising English words! This free word games activity is built for older adults who want clear, readable browser-based games without sign-up friction.

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