lah
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Particle — A sentence-ending word used in Singapore/Malaysia English and similar varieties to add emphasis, reassurance, or a casual, friendly tone.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Malay lah and reinforced by similar particles in Hokkien and Cantonese, all used to add emphasis or soften a statement.
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What does “lah” mean?
The word “lah” means a sentence-ending word used in Singapore/Malaysia English and similar varieties to add emphasis, reassurance, or a casual, friendly tone. In plain terms, a small word added to the end of a sentence in Singlish and similar dialects to soften a statement or add emotional colour.
How do you pronounce “lah”?
“Lah” is pronounced lah (/lɑː/ in IPA).
How do you use “lah” in a sentence?
Here is “lah” used in a sentence: “Don't worry lah, everything will work out.”
What part of speech is “lah”?
“Lah” is a particle.
Where does the word “lah” come from?
The word “lah” comes from Cantonese. Borrowed from Malay lah and reinforced by similar particles in Hokkien and Cantonese, all used to add emphasis or soften a statement.