Did you know that Singlish words like “shiok”, “sabo” and “kiasu” are in the Oxford English Dictionary? Our (unofficial) national language is convenient, simple and encapsulates the idea of the cultural melting pot Singapore is – one where different races, religions and ethnicities come together to form their own identity.

Design: Sia

Translation: Used to express exaggeration or exasperation

“So Tired sia” → “I’m SO tired”

“So Lame sia” → “That is SO lame”

“So Cheem sia” → “What you’re saying is VERY deep”