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.
葡
萄
桑
食物、植物
Food / Plants
名词
一种外表和果肉都类似于红毛丹的水果。也称“山荔枝”、“黑毛丹”、“野红毛丹”。
Noun
A fruit that resembles the rambutan’s appearance and flesh. Also known in Mandarin as “山荔枝”,“黑毛丹”or“野红毛丹”.
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