Everyday Singlish expressions and reactions you'll hear on the street.

• can / cannotyes that works / no that won't work — "can!" means sure, "cannot" means no way
• can lahsure, no problem — a relaxed yes — "can lah, no worries"
• can meh?really? are you sure that's allowed/possible? — expresses doubt
• can oneyes it's definitely doable — reassuring — "don't worry, can one"
• shiokdelicious, awesome, deeply satisfying — "this laksa damn shiok!"
• alamakoh no! / oops! — exclamation of dismay or shock
• aiyohoh dear / ouch — expresses frustration, sympathy or exasperation
• walao / walao ehwow / come on! — exclamation of disbelief or mild annoyance
• paisehembarrassed or sorry — "paiseh, I'm late!"
• steady lahwell done / nice one / you're reliable — a thumbs-up
• die die must tryyou absolutely have to try it — a strong recommendation
• no needit's not necessary / don't bother — "no need lah, I can do it"