10 Unique Singapore English word definitions due to mistranslated Chinese & Malay: Action, Christian, Follow, Help, Keep, Open, Send, Spoilt, Stay, and Scold There are many differences between the English used in Singapore and that found in Britain and the United States. Some of the features of Singapore English are similar to features in Mandarin Chinese. However other...
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10 More English Words You Should Use With Caution (in Ang Mo Land)
Part 2. Thanks for all your messages and suggestions in response to part 1. Here are 10 more English words that have a slightly different meaning in Singapore. These words should be used with caution when travelling to English speaking countries. For part 1 please click here. 1. Action Singlish Meaning: A verb meaning to...
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