Before starting off with some words and phrases, let's look at the general pronounciation guidelines:
a as in car. apa-what: makan- eat
ai as in aisle. kedai-shop; sungai-river
au as in how. pulau-island; jauh- far
This is mentioned as many visitors will be going to Malaysia's beautiful islands and may want to find out if it is far to get there.
c as in chat. capal-sandal; cinta- love
e as in early. membeli - to buy; besar- big
g as in go, and not gem. pergi- go; guru- teacher
gg as in single. ringgit- Malaysian currency denomination; tetangga- household