Agak, Agak-Agak, Agaration Origin: Malay – agak means to estimate Agak and agak-agak are both malay words and are used to describe to estimate/guess. It is a conjecture usually based on one’s experience or one’s estimation.
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Yaya Papaya
Yaya Papaya Origin: Malay and Singlish – This term is derived from the malay word “yaya” which is to describe an arrogant person. Yaya Papaya is used to described a proud person or a person exhibiting arrogance. Papaya was most likely used to pair with yaya because of their similar pronunciation which makes the term […]
Tumpang, Tompang
Tumpang/Tompang Origin: Malay – Malay word for hitching a ride. Tumpang/tompang is the malay word for hitching a ride or passing an item to someone who is able to pass on the item to the intended recipient as it is along their way. It can be even used to describe getting someone to help you […]