From Tamil
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- annehTamil for older brother, used respectfully for an older man, often a shopkeeper. Also anne, ane.
- deiTamil-origin call for attention, like 'hey' or 'dude', used with friends. Also spelt dey.
- machaTamil-origin word for buddy or bro, used by Malaysians of all backgrounds. Also machan, machi.
- thambiTamil for younger brother, used to call a young guy. Also tambi.