What does “jaga” mean?

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

jaga

Guard, watchman; to keep watch.

“The jaga at the condo gate very strict.”

What does “jaga” mean in Singlish?

Guard, watchman; to keep watch. It’s a noun.

Where does “jaga” come from?

From Malay. Other Singlish words from Malay include hantam, hantu, ikan and Istana.

How do you use “jaga” in a sentence?

“The jaga at the condo gate very strict.”

Is “jaga” in the Singlish Wordle?

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

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