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sia

syah
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A sentence-ending word (from Singlish/Malay) used to express frustration, shock, exhaustion, or exasperation.
"So tired sia, I just want to sleep."
"Wah, that exam was hard sia!"

How to Use Sia

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA Singlish exclamation added to the end of a sentence to emphasize strong feeling, like "man" or "ugh" in English.

When to use it

Colloquial Singapore/Malaysia English (Singlish); not used in standard or formal English.

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Etymology

Borrowed into Singlish from Malay sial, an exclamation of dismay or bad luck.

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