What does “kebaya” mean?

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

kebaya

Blouse-dress worn by Peranakan and Malay women, often embroidered.

“The SIA girls’ uniform is a sarong kebaya.”

What does “kebaya” mean in Singlish?

Blouse-dress worn by Peranakan and Malay women, often embroidered. It’s a noun.

Where does “kebaya” come from?

From Malay. Other Singlish words from Malay include kantang, kantoi, kawan and kaya.

How do you use “kebaya” in a sentence?

“The SIA girls’ uniform is a sarong kebaya.”

Is “kebaya” 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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