What does steady mean Singlish?

being regular or supported
Steady! While steady means being regular or supported in English, using this word in Singapore can mean different things. It could mean expressing agreement or praising someone to be capable. It even means being in a romantic relationship with someone.

What is steady BOM Bibi?

0. Phrase: Steady Pom Pi Pi. Type of Word: Adjective. Meaning: It can be used to describe someone who keeps their cool under pressure or in the face of a massive crisis.

How do you say crazy in Singapore?

Siao (see-ow) Meaning: Hokkien for “crazy”. This versatile word can be used to describe a person or simply an exclamation for a situation that seems out of this world – and not in a wondrous way.

What is SIA Singapore slang?

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’”.

Why do Singaporeans say lah?

‘Lah’ is the simplest and most iconic word in Singlish – think ‘yeah mate’ in Australia or ‘eh’ in Canada. But what if we told you it has no meaning? ‘Lah’ is an expression after a statement as a mere emphasis. How to use it: “What’s for lunch today?” “Chicken rice sounds good lah!” “Okay can!”

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.

What is shag in Singaporean?

Not at all what you think it means, shag in Singlish is just another word to express fatigue. Since the same word has a sexual connotation in British colloquialism, this is a handy Singaporean slang to learn to avoid finding yourself in some awkward situations. Example: “I barely slept at all this week, so shag.”

What does Walao eh mean?

surprised
Walao eh. This is what Singaporeans say when they’re surprised, slightly dismayed or when something catches their attention. Think ‘whoa’, ‘c’mon’ or ‘wow’, but as a Hokkien-Chinese dialect.

What does CB mean Singapore?

For the uninitiated, in Singapore “CB” often stands for “cheebye” which basically means “cunt” in Hokkien.)

Why do Singaporeans say Leh?

‘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.

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What is Kelong slang?

Kelong. Original Malay meaning: offshore fishing platform. Singlish meaning: match fixing/cheating. Here’s another soccer example. If an outcome of a game seems questionable, Singaporeans will say the result was kelong.

What is GG Singapore?

G. • GG. A popular term on the internet that has become frequently used by Singaporean teenagers. “GG” means “good game” – usually in a sarcastic manner to annoy opposing players on the internet. It also means that one is not gonna do well for something, or has messed up.

What is Bochup?

• bochup. A Singlish term originating from the Hokkien dialect meaning to wash one’s hands off a certain matter. Eg. This guy extremely bochup, he doesn’t even care about our group project!

What is Bakchodi slang?

Noun. बकचोदी • (bakcodī) f. (Delhi, slang, vulgar) dumbfuckery, nonsense, rubbish.

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