sia

/sjɑː˧/, /sjɐ/

Malay:

sial

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definitions

particle

  1. used at the end of a clause as an intensifier; adds a degree of coarseness
  2. Aiseh! This stall the chilli power sia!


usage notes

The terms sial and siol are used more by the Malay community. The form sia is used most commonly as a particle, and seldom as an interjection; it is not considered crude or vulgar, unlike the originating term sial.


particles

lah

effect:

discontent; exasperation; annoyance; shock

damn it; come on, man

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