i've got something funny to share! i laughed dao siao in the office. hahaha
SINGLISH vs ENGLISHWhen going shopping...Britains : 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...Britains : Hello, this is Mr Bean. Did anyone page me a few moments ago?
S’poreans: Hello, who page?
When someone is in the way...Britains : 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...Britains : Hey, put your wallet away, this drink is on me.
S’poreans: no need lah
When asking for permission...Britains : Excuse me, but do you think it would be possible for me to enter through this door?
S’poreans: (while pointing at door) Can pass or Not?
When asking to be excused...Britains : If you would excuse me for a moment, I have to go to the gents/ladies. Carry on without me, it would only take a moment.
S’poreans: Go toilet. Buay tahan ahh.....
When doubting someone...Britains : I don’t recall you giving me the money.
S’poreans: Got meh?
When disagreeing on a topic of discussion...Britains : 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...Britains : Excuse me, but could you please lower your voice, I’m trying to concentrate over here.
S’poreans: Eh, Tiam leh!
When asking someone if he/she knows you...Britains : Excuse me, but I noticed you staring at me for some time. Do I know you?
S’poreans: See what see?! BUAY SONG AH
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