Culture & Heritage
Kiasu and Kiasi Explained for Newcomers
Kiasu and kiasi shape daily life in Singapore, from queues to schools. This guide helps newcomers read the mindset, use it well,…
Culture & Heritage
Culture & Heritage
Understanding Peranakan Culture in Singapore
A newcomer's guide to Peranakan culture in Singapore: who the Baba-Nyonya are, their food, dress and language, and where to enjoy this…
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Deepavali and Hari Raya: A Newcomer’s Guide
Deepavali and Hari Raya are two of Singapore's warmest festivals. A newcomer's guide to what each celebrates, the right greetings and how…
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Chinese Wake and Funeral Etiquette for Guests in Singapore
A respectful guide to chinese funeral etiquette in Singapore for guests at a wake: what to wear, what to say, and how…
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Why Singaporeans Switch Between English and Mandarin
A friendly guide to english mandarin code switching in Singapore for newcomers: why locals mix languages mid-sentence, what the habits mean, and…
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Hungry Ghost Festival Customs and Taboos for Newcomers
A calm guide to hungry ghost festival taboos in Singapore for China newcomers: what the seventh month means, the customs you will…
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Learning the National Anthem and Pledge as a New Citizen
Learning the national anthem and pledge as a new citizen? A respectful guide to Majulah Singapura, the Singapore Pledge and where they…
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Understanding Paiseh and Saving Face in Singapore
New to paiseh and saving face in Singapore? A friendly guide to what paiseh means, how it compares with mainland mianzi and…
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How Race Classification (CMIO) Works for Newcomers
CMIO race classification Singapore explained for newcomers: how your race is recorded, the double-barrelled option, and why it matters for HDB and…
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China Festivals That Singapore Marks Differently
Chinese festivals china vs singapore compared: how Lunar New Year, Qingming, Dragon Boat, and Mid-Autumn are marked differently, and what newcomers can…