What does Siao mean?
crazy
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 does GUAI LAN mean?
guai lan (comparative more guai lan, superlative most guai lan) (Singapore, informal, colloquial) hard to please or satisfy; irritating, loathsome quotations ▼
How do you swear in Hokkien?
In Minnan language or what is locally known as Hokkien, ‘swear words’ are known as 垃圾话 lah sap weh, which literally means ‘trash talk’. Intended to be disparaging and taunting, people use swear words typically when they want to express frustration, anger or pain.
What is hello in Hokkien?
你好 means “hello”; 你好吗 means “how are you”. Within the context of Singapore, you may also hear the word 你(li) being pronounced as 汝(lu). This is due to different variants of Hokkien being used by Singaporeans, including Quanzhou’s, Zhangzhou’s, Amoy’s and Taiwan’s.
What does Xiao Liao mean?
xiao liao : source of laugh… : xiào liào | Definition | Mandarin Chinese Pinyin English Dictionary | Yabla Chinese.
What does Buey Kan mean?
The “umbrage” word, spelt out in capital letters, is seen accompanied by a Singlish definition that read: “dulan when people say you buey kan”. This directly translate to: “Feeling angry when you are accused by others of incompetence.”
What is BUAY Gan?
buay gan/kan – (From Hokkien 袂幹/袂干 buē-gan, Mandarin equivalent: 不會幹/不会干) Useless. buay steady – (From Hokkien and English) Usually used to reply to someone whose conduct spoils the pleasure of others. A spoilsport.
What is PU Bor?
Pu bor (bor 母, mother) Pu nia* ai (‘nia’ refers to ‘your’; ‘ai 𡟓’ refers to ‘mother’)
What does Limpeh mean?
Pronoun. limpeh. (Singapore, informal, impolite) A reference to oneself in the third person, taking on the stance of a superior.
What does kao peh kao bu mean?
cry father, cry mother
13. Kao pei kao bu (KPKB) What it means: Meaning cry father, cry mother in Hokkien, the crying indicates noise and “KPKB” is used for people who kicks up a big fuss about something. It can also be used in short form “kao pei la” to scold someone who sprouts nonsense.
What is money in Hokkien?
The words for money are lui1 , gin2 and cni2 .
How to become a Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan member?
In commemoration of Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan 180th Anniversary, two sets of WhatsApp stickers with “Huat Kueh Boy” (Hokkien steamed cake) as the main character were created. Singapore Hokkien Huay Kuan membership application form and supporting documents can be submitted in person or via email.
What programs does Huay Kuan offer?
Programmes offered include bilingual pre-school education, afterschool care, as well as language, cultural and humanities classes for all age groups, signifying a new milestone for Huay Kuan’s cultural endeavour. Established in 1906, Tao Nan School was the first modern school in colonial Singapore to use Mandarin as the medium of instruction.
What is the history of the Hokkien Association of Singapore?
In 1927, Tan Kah Kee, then a member of the association, began to push for organisational reforms. This move was in response to the apathy shown by the Hokkien merchants towards education matters, especially those concerning the two schools that the Hokkien Huay Kuan founded – Ai Tong and Tao Nan.
When was the Hokkien Foundation incorporated?
The Hokkien Foundation was incorporated on 2 July 1977 as a company limited by guarantee.