Monday, May 07, 2007 ; 10:54 PM Y
today sociology was fun. yes. ms trina's lesson! haha.
Singlish VS Queen's English
when going shopping...
britons: I'm sorry, but we don't seem to have the sweater you want in your size, but if you give me a moment, i can call the other outlets for you.
singaporeans: No Stock!
when returning a call...
britons: hello, this is mr bean. Did anyone call for me a few moments ago?
singaporeans: hello, who call?
when someone is in the way...
britons: excuse me, i'd like to get by. Would you please make way?
singaporeans: Siam La! or Skius!
when asking to be excused...
britonss: if you would excuse me for a moment, i have to go to the gents/ladies, Please carry on without me, it would only take a moment.
singaporeans: go toilet. buay ta han lah...
when asking someone if he/she knows you...
britons: Excuse me, but i noticed you staring at me for some time. Do i know you?
singaporeans: See what see?
haha. we were all laughing so loudly in the lecture all. its true man. haha. typical singaporean. ^^
