What does “encik” mean?

Encik in the Singlish dictionary: what it means, where it comes from and how it’s said.

encik

Mister (Malay); in NS, how you address a warrant officer.

“Yes, Encik! Understand, Encik!”

What does “encik” mean in Singlish?

Mister (Malay); in NS, how you address a warrant officer. It’s a noun.

Where does “encik” come from?

From Malay. Other Singlish words from Malay include chendol, chiku, diam and durian.

How do you use “encik” in a sentence?

“Yes, Encik! Understand, Encik!”

Is “encik” in the Singlish Wordle?

Yes: it’s one of the answers in the Singlish Wordle, one word a day, the same for everyone.

Liddat’s own words, from the Singlish dictionary: 312 words and phrases, A to Z.