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Updated June 2026
A rare or regional variant, possibly of Malay origin meaning house or hall.
“The balei stood at the centre of the village.”
"Balei" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 3 vowels help pin down vowel positions early.
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