The numerical word (kata bilangan) 'segala' is now used for non-human beings. In the olden texts, instances of 'segala' being used for human beings are very common. However, modern usage does not allow 'segala' to be used for man. Look at the following examples:
1 Segala anak Encik Mazlan pandai belajar. (wrong)
2 Semua anak Encik Mazlan pandai belajar. (correct)
[All Encik Mazlan's sons can study well.]
3 Segala rancangannya dapat dilaksanakan dengan berjaya. (correct)
[All his plans was carried out successfully.]
Thursday, May 7, 2009
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