* 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.
also can:
lubang
lobang
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Malay:
lubang
definitions
noun
- an opportunity; a good deal; a source; a tip; an opening
- a connection, especially from one's social or business network; one's guanxis
- a hole
Of course, we hope we will get more lobang in the form of recording deals and performing events.
— 1999 April 30. The New Paper (quoting Tracy Lim). "Get exposed". p.47
Being in Singapore, we are always looking out for sales lobang. It also doesn't hurt to save a few dollars, especially with the current economic situation.
— 2008 December 13. Today (quoting Ming). "8 WAYS TO BE A RECESSIONISTA". p.32
synonyms:
So he called old contacts and was able to get the ice-cream at a discount. "We help each other," says the businessman. Well, have lobang, will travel.
— 1999 June 20. The Straits Times (quoting Teo Hock Seng). "GOT LOBANG OR NOT?". p.11
synonyms:
... every lobang gloriously magnified, a sea of grossly enlarged pores, burst pimples and parched skin just screamed out for some TLC.
— 2007 February 17, Edric Sng. Today. "Giving men good face". p.16