Singlish

BTO, wayang, jialat among new Singlish additions to Oxford English Dictionary

The word BTO often comes up “when discussing a couple’s relationship status", said the publisher of Oxford English Dictionaries.

2025 Athlete of the Year nominee: Shanti Pereira

National track and field athlete Shanti Pereira says Singapore athletics is in an era where its athletes are sparking change and she is excited to be a part of it.

Forum: Singlish is here to stay

Our Singlish still got future or not? The kids will tell you

Performers from the People’s Association with large props showcasing Singapore’s unique identity at the preview of the National Day Parade at Padang on Aug 1, 2015.

Alamak... Don’t get it? Good communication is more than grammar

Being adaptable in communication is like knowing the appropriate footwear to use depending on the situation.

AI masters Singlish in breakthrough healthtech project

CMG20241113-YeapCT01/叶振忠/赵世楚/AI in Healthcare Technology Showcase 2024 by AI Singapore [Shaw Foundation Alumni House (Auditorium, L2)]

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Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung touring the inaugural AI in Healthcare Technology Showcase on 13 Nov 2024 at the Shaw Foundation Alumni House. The showcase aims to foster innovation in healthcare, catalyse international partnerships, facilitate the translation of research into viable commercial products, and promote Singapore’s leadership in AI in healthcare.

The Usual Place Podcast

Podcast: Speak good English or embrace Singlish – Is the lingual tug-of-war over?

When Singlish travels to Malaysia

Singapore and Malaysia share slightly different versions of a delightful creole tongue.

Study finds ‘alamak’ most popular Singlish term

2006 年讲正确英语运动。学生在非正式场合会使用“新加坡式英语”（Singlish ）或交替使用英语和母语。教育部预料将在10 月发表英文改革详情，提升学生的英文水平，以让他们能自如地使用英语。[Speak good English Movement 2006]

Backup dancer Kameron Saunders charms Swifties with Singlish slang

Kameron Saunders has been tasked with dropping a spot of Singlish into Taylor Swift’s concerts in Singapore.

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