Why do we insist on using the Queen's English, when
Singlish is so much more economical and effective?
Compare and see!
When going shopping...
Britains : I'm sorry, Sir, but we don't seem to have
the sweater you want in your size, but if you give me
a moment, I can call the other outlets for you.
S'poreans: No Stock!
When returning a call...
Britains : Hello, this is Mr Bean. Did anyone page for
me a few moments ago?
S'poreans: Hello, who page?
When someone is in the way...
Britains : Excuse me, I'd like to get by. Would you
please make way?
S'poreans: Lai, siam! or Siam, hor! or Skius!
When someone offers to pay...
Britains : Hey, put your wallet away, this drink is on
me.
S'poreans: no need lah
When asking for permission...
Britains : Excuse me, but do you think it would be
possible for me to enter through this door?
S'poreans: (while pointing at door) Can pass or Not?
When asking to be excused...
Britains : If you would excuse me for a moment, I have
to go to the gents/ladies. Carry on without me, it
would only take a moment.
S'poreans: Go toilet. Buay tahan ahh.....
When doubting someone...
Britains : I don't recall you giving me the money.
S'poreans: Got meh?
When disagreeing on a topic of discussion...
Britains : Err. Tom, I have to stop you there. I
understand where you're coming from, but I really have
to disagree with what you said about the policy.
S'poreans: Talk cock lah you!
When asking someone to lower their voice...
Britains : Excuse me, but could you please lower your
voice, I'm trying to concentrate over here.
S'poreans: Eh, Tiam leh!
When asking someone if he/she knows you...
Britains : Excuse me, but I noticed you staring at me
for some time. Do I know you?
S'poreans: See what see?!BUAY SONG AH
