Singaporean Mandarin Database

This database contains a collection of Mandarin terms which have cultural, historical or sentimental value unique to Singapore. These terms may be used by Singaporeans in the past or at present. Some of the terms are read in print while others are used in our everyday conversations.

mín

dǎo

Definition

位于新加坡东北部的岛屿,是本岛以外第二大的岛屿。

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cài

Definition

把各种蔬菜和肉类一起焖煮或拌炒的传统美食。

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qīng

tán

jié

Definition

一种以谈话为主的电视或广播节目。也称“脱口秀”。

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zhì

shuǐ

Definition

限制用水。

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shí

jiān

Definition

驳船码头(Boat Quay)的俗称,靠近如今的沙球朥路(Circular Road)一带。

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