adj

siao

syow

Siao (adj) means Crazy or mad. Example: “Are you siao? That plan will never work.”

adj

Crazy or mad.

"Are you siao? That plan will never work."

How to use siao

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA Singlish/Malaysian English word meaning crazy or out of one's mind.

When to use it

Informal, used mainly in Singapore and Malaysia English.

more siao comparative, most siao superlative

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Are you _____? That plan will never work.

From Hokkien siáu, "mad; crazy."

ao tao Lao nao hao mao dao bao pao Yao Kao Sao

What does “siao” mean?

The word “siao” means crazy or mad. In plain terms, a Singlish/Malaysian English word meaning crazy or out of one's mind.

How do you pronounce “siao”?

“Siao” is pronounced syow (/sjaʊ˦˨/ in IPA).

How do you use “siao” in a sentence?

Here is “siao” used in a sentence: “Are you siao? That plan will never work.”

What part of speech is “siao”?

“Siao” is an adjective.