What does swee lah mean?
beautiful
Swee. A Hokkien term that literally translates to beautiful. Usually used in agreement or approval, it has a very strong positive connotation. The word can be used to replace nice, or perfect.
What is Wah Piang?
Also wah piang, wah piang eh. An exclamation expr. astonishment, consternation, despair, dismay, etc.
What is GG Singapore?
GG. What it means: A popular gamer’s term, “GG”, also known as good game, has in recent years been added to the Singaporean’s list of slangs to represent the feeling that something is going to or has already ended in a disaster.
What does Suagu mean?
Wiktionary. suakunoun. Not well informed or backward.
What is BOH Eng?
”bo eng” with a high intonation for ”eng” would be no time for smth or do smth.. ” bo eng” with a down intonation for ”eng” would mean ”useless”.. we spell it out in english. but if you want a translation in mandarin, it would be ”没空” and ”没用” respectively..
What does Wah Liao mean?
See How Are You? (TV series). hosei liao – (From Hokkien 好勢了/好势了) The phrase means ‘very good’ or ‘excellent’ and carries the positive connotation of respite.
What does bij mean in text?
adjective. hip [adjective] (slang) (of people) up-to-date; following the latest fashion in music, clothes etc.
Where can I learn the Spanish language in Singapore?
Learn Spanish in Singapore. At inlingua School of Languages in Singapore we offer part-time Spanish language courses for local and foreign students. You can learn Spanish in a group or individually. You can study general communication skills, Spanish for business purposes or prepare for an international language proficiency test.
What do Singaporeans say when you don’t speak English?
I don’t understand – Wo ting bù dong. Singaporeans also have their own language called Singlish which is a blend of English, Malay, Hokkien, Cantonese and Mandarin – speak these and you’ll pass for a local! One chicken rice to take away – One Chicken Rice da bao.
Which is the official English language of Singapore?
Languages of Singapore Official English, Standard Chinese (Mandarin), Ma National Malay Main English (de facto) Malay (de jure) Minority Cantonese, Hokkien, Hainanese, Hakka, Te
Which is the lingua franca of the Chinese in Singapore?
Hokkien is also used as a lingua franca among Chinese Singaporeans, and also among Malays and Indians to communicate with the Chinese majority.
