Meaning of saman | Babel Free

Definitions

A fine; a monetary penalty imposed for breaking the law.

Malaysia, Singapore, colloquial, informal

Equivalents

Examples

“I pass⟳ thru this gantry at ecp without cashcard. why do i kena saman till $70?”

“Technically parking outside the lot is illegal parking, doesn't matter⟳ if you put⟳ a coupon. The patrolling wardens can't saman you but parking in washing bay and bike lots are very easy targets for residents to complain⟳ about. Because of that no escape⟳ from getting saman after a quick call⟳ to the hotline.”

“Not just 'saman' kings: Kind parking warden helps old woman alight from taxi.”

“I did not know⟳ that a permit⟳ was needed to set⟳ a tent. So this nparks people came and check and issued me a saman of $300!”

““When the parking warden comes around, they shout⟳: “Saman! Saman!” and drivers rush⟳ to their cars.””

“When SG50 Saman Rider is on duty, no law breaker will get⟳ away!”

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