Bolehland
English
Etymology
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.
Usage notes
The term "Bolehland" is mostly used to mock failures and disappointments in Malaysian society.
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