Languages · Malay
Malay voice over for your market.
Malay is the national language of Malaysia and Brunei and is close to Indonesian, but the vocabulary and the way brands address audiences differ.
Variants
Variants we cast
One variant is listed today. Ask us if your client needs another.
- MalayStandard Malay as used in Malaysia, with a neutral Kuala Lumpur accent.ms
Specs
Specs for a Malay delivery
- Script length
- Malay runs about 10 to 20 percent longer than English, and loan words from English are often kept in their original spelling.
- Register
- Standard Malay suits public and corporate content, while advertising mixes in colloquial forms and English terms in a way that is typical of Malaysian speech.
- Delivery
- WAV or MP3, named to your convention.
- Native review before delivery
- A native Malay speaker checks the script and the takes.
What we offer
What we offer in Malay
| Native Malay casting | Yes |
|---|---|
| Script translation and adaptation | Yes |
| Recording, editing and mastering | Yes |
Questions
Malay, answered.
Can an Indonesian actor read a Malay script?
They can understand it, but Malaysian audiences hear the accent and the vocabulary. We cast Malaysian speakers.
Do Malaysian ads mix in English?
Often. We confirm how much English the brand wants and how it is pronounced.
How long does a Malay project take?
The quote gives the date.
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