Chimbridge Singlish Dictionary

definitions

interjection

1. 'oi!'; 'hey!'; used to call attention to the speaker or a following sentence

Eh! Can see me waving anot?

synonyms:

oei dey
2. expression of surprise, shock, panic, etc

Eh! I think I forgot to off the lights!

synonyms:

alamak aiyo aiyah
3. expression of curiosity, confusion, etc; usually precedes a question

Eh? Since when got a new bread shop here?

synonyms:

ha ng orh₁
4. used to express a chiding or pleading tone, disapproval, or disappointment

Eh… Dun liddat one leh. Can then say can, don’t kong wu kong bo.

particle

1. used to impart a pleading, annoyed, or disappointed tone, or otherwise emphasize another expression expressing such a sentiment

Walao eh, these bicyclists hog the middle of the main road, really make people damn tu lan.

2. used at the end of a word or phrase to express surprise, or draw attention to a surprising situation or turn of events, especially when there is a contradiction or subversion of expectations (see usage notes)

Wah, actually just nice can fit eh. I thought I buy too small.

synonyms:

leh sia

definitions

verb

1. can; to be able to

Eh la. Just let me know the details and I settle for you.

synonyms:

eh sai

antonyms:

buay buay sai