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.

chē

shí

Definition

主要用于启动机动车辆引擎的钥匙。

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bái

yún

gǎng

Definition

南洋初级学院(Nanyang Junior College)的别称。

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táng

fèi

Definition

指诉讼过程中产生的费用,通常由当事人向法庭支付。不包括律师费。

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dǎng

biān

Definition

在新加坡国会中各政党负责监督其议员的党员。也称“党督”。

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jīn

Definition

指吊唁时给丧家的现金,也称“白金”。

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