* Singlish is a largely spoken creole, and as such descriptivism (recording forms that reflect actual pronunciation in spoken language, or as appearing in the linguistic corpus) is more pertinent than strict prescriptivism. Nevertheless, the use of more standard forms (or for words originating in languages with Latin script, such as Malay, accurate to the original spelling) is recommended and encouraged.
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kampung
definitions
noun
- a traditional village
- (metonym) home; one's hometown; a homely village
- a suburb or region named after a traditional village which used to be in the area
At least five disused kampung houses on the island will be restored to their former glory as part of years-long restoration efforts ...
— 2017 July 17, Louisa Tang. Today, "NParks to lead restoration of kampung houses on Pulau Ubin". p.10
As we become more urbanised, there have been initiatives by government agencies, such as greening efforts and murals of kampung animals, to bring the experience of nature closer to us and foster a kampung spirit.
— 2017 February 3, Xu Weiting. Today, "Celebrate presence of urban wildlife in Singapore". p.30
... the composition of Kampung Bugis was "a bit more plain vanilla" compared with the Enterprise District.
— 2017 March 9, Angela Teng. Today, "‘Composition of Punggol site a factor’ for JTC appointment". p.24