SINGLISH FOREVER!

Why do we insist on using the Queen's English, when Singlish is so much more economical and effective? Compare and see!

When going shopping...

Britons  : I'm sorry, Sir, 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.
S'poreans: No Stock!

When returning a call...

Britons  : Hello, this is Mr Bean.  Did anyone page for me a few moments ago?
S'poreans: Hello, who page?

When someone is in the way...

Britons  : Excuse me, I'd like to get by. Would you please make way?
S'poreans: Lai, siam!  or Siam, hor!  or Skius!

When someone offers to pay...

Britons  : Hey, put your wallet away, this drink is on me.
S'poreans: No-nid. (no need)

When asking for permission...

Britons  : Excuse me,  but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this  door?
S'poreans: (while pointing at door) Can or Not?

When asking to be excused...

Britons  : 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.
S'poreans: Go toilet. Cannot tahan oreddy. 

When entertaining...

Britons  : Please make yourself right at home.
S'poreans: Don't shy, leh!

When doubting someone...

Britons  : I don't recall you giving me the money.
S'poreans: Where got?

When declining an offer...

Britons  : I'd prefer no to do that,  if you don't mind.
S'poreans: Doe-waaaan.

When deciding on a plan of action...

Britons  : What do you propose we do now that the movie's sold out & all the restaurants are closed?
S'poreans:  So how?

When disagreeing on a topic of discussion...

Britons  : Err.  Tom,  I have to stop you there.  I understand where you're coming from, but I really have to disagree with what you said about the policy.
S'poreans: Talk cock, lah you!

When asking someone to lower their voice...

Britons  : Excuse me,  but could you please lower your voice, I'm trying to concentrate over here.
S'poreans: Eh, tiam, can or not?

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?
S'poreans: See what?

contributed by: edwin