from Cantonese
An extra in a film or show; a bit-part actor.
My cousin was a calefare in that drama, only appeared for two seconds.
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from English
The third wheel on a couple's date.
Don't want to be lightbulb, you two go.
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from English
Teacher.
'Cher, can go toilet?
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
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from Malay
A buddy; or a group of friends who share a hobby ("mahjong kaki").
He's my kopi kaki every Sunday.
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from Hokkien
A traditional Chinese physician.
My back pain, go see sinseh for acupuncture.
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from Mandarin
A wealthy woman who lives a life of leisure.
Retire early then be tai tai, every day high tea.
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from Hokkien
A business owner; the boss.
Ask the towkay for discount lah.
by Singlish Dictionary · 24 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from Hokkien
A girl or woman.
Your zha bo coming to the BBQ?
by Singlish Dictionary · 23 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from English
A parking warden who goes round handing out parking fines.
Quick, move the car, summon auntie coming!
by Singlish Dictionary · 23 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)
from English
A (male) taxi driver.
The taxi uncle knows every shortcut in Singapore.
by Singlish Dictionary · 23 October 2026 · adapted from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA)