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Singapore slang
Exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement.
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Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
Singapore
Formality
Informal.
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wah lau means Exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement. It is best read as singapore slang associated with Singapore.
"wah lau" means Exclamation of surprise, shock, or amazement. In Singapore, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Expression of outrage or impatience.
Exclamation of dismay, pain, or pity.
An expression of surprise, alarm, or sudden realization (from Malay)
Nonsense or rubbish; also an exclamation.
Awesome; a huge success; "jackpot!" Used for both good and shocking news
An exclamation of surprise, frustration, or resignation.
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