The One of A Kind

JUST SOMETHING #2

Singlish Vs English

When going shopping...
English : 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.
Singlish: No Stock!

When returning a call...
English : Hello, this is Mr Bean. Did anyone page for me a few moments ago?
Singlish: who page?

When someone is in the way...
English : Excuse me, I'd like to get by. Would you please make way?
Singlish: Siam! Siam!

When someone offers to pay...
English : Hey, put your wallet away, this drink is on me.
Singlish: no need lah.

When asking for permission...
English : Excuse me, but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this door?
Singlish: (while pointing at door) Can pass or Not?

When asking to be excused...
English : 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.
Singlish: Go toilet. Buay tahan ahh.....

When entertaining...
English : Please make yourself right at home.
Singlish: Don't shy shy lah..

When doubting someone...
English : I don't recall you giving me the money.
Singlish: Got meh?

When deciding on a plan of action...
English : What do you propose we do now that the movie's sold out & all the restaurants are closed?
Singlish: So how?

When disagreeing on a topic of discussion...
English : 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.
Singlish: Talk rubbish lah you!

When asking someone to lower their voice...
English : Excuse me, but could you please lower your voice, I'm trying to concentrate over here.
Singlish: Eh, tiam leh!

When asking someone if he/she knows you...
English : Excuse me, but I noticed you staring at me for some time. Do I know you?
Singlish: See what see?