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:
chao sai chau sai
zao sai
→
Hokkien / teochew:
走私
poj:
cháu-sai
Detailed etymology
definitions
verb
- to cheat on a partner; to be romantically unfaithful; to commit adultery
- to run away from a partner, such as before a wedding; to elope with another
- to run away secretly; to abscond; to escape; to leave quietly
synonyms:
synonyms:
u sure or not? ... after u tender say today (1 month notice), u can just zao sai one meh? ... don't chut pattern ... wait reputation tio burn