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.
加
龙
古
尼
社群、团体
Communities / Organisations
名词
指回收旧物的人。
Noun
A person who collects old and unwanted items.
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hài kè
zì gù rén shì
ōu yà yì
shàng shì