Meaning of chapalang | Babel Free

Definitions

Comprising a mixture of various elements, mostly at random.

Malaysia, Singapore, derogatory, slang, sometimes

Examples

“Marketing executive Kei Yamada is a self-confessed “chapalang” shopper who shops anywhere and everywhere, from popular fashion chains to second hand bazaars and online stores.”

“"My English is very chapalang (random mix⟳) and I often had to add⟳ some gestures to convey what I mean⟳."”

“How about using a "japalang" language like⟳ Singlish?”

“2015 July 15, Melissa, The Hidden Gems of Joo Chiat Complex, Hungry Bird “Chapalang shops” are common everywhere, you know⟳, the sort⟳ which sells lithium batteries, fly⟳ swats and air fresheners”

“the equality star tells the ideal of a peaceful society where different races, languages and religions live⟳ together in harmony... this star might just be the most rojak/chapalang star of all.”

“Other parts of the exhibition have⟳ a "chapalang" (mixed bag) feel⟳.”

“2017 August 30, singaporecoconutcompany, Instagram Never imagined such overwhelming love⟳ for SG in this #chapalang shop⟳.”

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