Bolehland
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[edit]Etymology
[edit]From Malay boleh + -land, where the root comes from the expression in Malay Malaysia Boleh (“Malaysia can [do it]”), ultimately from Malay boleh. The term was based on politicians using the previous phrase while failing to resolve various problems in Malaysian society.
Proper noun
[edit]Bolehland
Usage notes
[edit]The term "Bolehland" is mostly used to mock failures and disappointments in Malaysian society.
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