Commonly found variants; note these may range from acceptable alternatives to
non-standard forms or incorrect spellings*.
* 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.
* 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:
puteri salat
putri salat
→
Malay:
puteri
+
selat
Detailed etymology
definitions
noun
- a steamed Malay and Peranakan confection consisting of a kaya-like layer of pandan custard over glutinous rice, with both layers infused with coconut milk
A table piled with samosas, pineapple tarts, putri salat and lapis cake lay waiting for Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong and his entourage ...
— 1992 April 13. The Straits Times, "A taste of Hari Raya on a hot morning". p.22
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