What does GUAI LAN mean?

guai lan (comparative more guai lan, superlative most guai lan) (Singapore, informal, colloquial) hard to please or satisfy; irritating, loathsome.

What does Kwai Lan mean?

What is meaning of "guai lan / kwai lan"? (From Hokkien 怪?, lit. 'strange dick') Arrogant.

What does BUAY Sai mean?

Buay sai (boo-ay sai): A Hokkien phrase that means unable or incapable to do something.

What is Chao turtle?

Complete with curse words that we haven't heard in a while, like “chao turtle” (which translates to, er, smelly turtle in Hokkien.)

What is rabak?

Rabak. What it means: Used to refer to a person or situation that's out of control, usually meaning something negative. Variations: Rabz, Rabz kebabz.

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What is SIA in Singlish?

Sia (or rather, “sial”) is used for emphasis. It doesn't strictly replace “eh” or “ah”. In Malaysia the normal context would be “cursed” or “damned”. But in Singapore it's often used to exaggerate the point. Think of it as a “bloody” or “effin'”.

What is Paiseh?

Paiseh (pie-say)

Meaning: A Hokkien way of saying something is embarrassing. Alternatively, it's to express a sense of shame or that you are simply shy. Example: “I'm paiseh to ask Chris Hemsworth for a selfie.” Photograph: Unsplash/Paul Hanaoka.

How do you say annoying in Singlish?

39. Tak boleh tahan / Buay tahan. What it means: When you can't tolerate something. Example: “Argh, he's so annoying.

What does Ah Lau mean?

'Wah lau' is merely an exclamation, the way English-speaking people use 'Oh, my God'. You can hear 'wah lau' when people are surprised, or excited to explain something.

What is Bao Ga Liao?

Bao-Ga-Liao (adjective)

Meaning: Doing everything, covering all roles. Origin: Hokkien Dialect. How to use: “You actually work in a team, you don't have to bao ga liao from top to bottom.

How do you swear in Hokkien?

Kan 姦 is the universal f-word, akin to diu in Cantonese, and pu in Teochew. Often, rather than the standalone term, you'll hear it uniquely as “kan ni na” in Singapore, abbreviated as KNN.

What is a YP Singapore?

Young PAP (YP) is the youth wing of the People's Action Party and is formed by Singaporeans from the age of 17 to 40 years old. YP forms an integral part of the Party's effort to inject new blood and a fresh infusion of minds into its leadership as we seek to connect with the younger generation.

What does Wah Piang meaning?

Wah lau/Wah piang

Translation: Oh my gosh! While it doesn't literally translate to “Oh my gosh!”, it's used more of an expression of shock.

Why do Singaporeans say LA?

'Lah': a common understanding

Singlish uses about 11 particles, mostly borrowed from Chinese dialects like Hokkien or Cantonese, to indicate the attitude of how something is said. This simple three-letter word can mean an affirmation, dismissal, exasperation or exclamation in different contexts.

What is stingy in Hokkien?

"Giam Siap" is Hokkien term used to describe someone as stingy and mean.

What does Ah Beng mean in Hokkien?

Origin: Hokkien, Ah Beng is the hokkien pronunciation of the chinese name 阿明. Ah Beng is used stereotypically to describe a young hooligan/gangster that is intimidating, materialistic and not so good in his studies.

What is yt man?

"Whitey" (sometimes abbreviated as "yt") is a derogatory term for a white person. The level of contempt implied by the term varies, although it is most often used as an insult.

What does lim kopi mean?

Having coffee, "lim kopi", is a combination of the Hokkien word for drink, "lim", and the Malay word for coffee, "kopi". A person who worries a lot is a kancheong spider - "kancheong" is from the Cantonese word for anxious, and the term evokes the image of a panicked spider scurrying around.

What is Chiong SUA?

chiong sua – (From Hokkien 衝山/冲山, lit. 'charge up a hill') Otherwise used as a more exaggerated form of "chiong". In National Service or the Singaporean military context, the literal meaning may be implied.

What does Liao mean Singapore?

The 'Liao' slang translates directly to 'already', and is used as an emphasis for the verb before it. The slang is also used with different variations of verbs and can simplify long sentences like 'I have already eaten' to 'Eat Liao'.

What does Ho Seh Liao mean?

Hoseh Liao. Meaning: Hokkien exclamation of satisfaction, indicating that things are good (in a way) Relax guys. All will be fine.

How do you say yes in Singapore?

Onz (on-z) / Yes, I can confirm

A very succinct and colloquial way to confirm your participation in something, or an affirmation of your agreement/consent. Another popular (but older) term is Steady bom pi pi.

How do you say thank you in Singaporean?

Thank you - Xiè xiè (shièh shièh)