Paiseh
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Paiseh is an adjective meaning (Singlish, Manglish) Embarrassed; humiliated; shy.
Meaning
(Singlish, Manglish) Embarrassed; humiliated; shy.
More Meanings
- (Singlish, Manglish, intransitive) To be ashamed and reluctant; to be shy or embarrassed.
- (Singlish, Manglish) Excuse me; sorry (expression of regret or embarrassment).
Example Sentences
‘So paiseh because everyone is staring.’
We say sorrysorrysorry to make sure we are: / So pai say, we have to repeat two, three times; .
Remember when we first met? My husband's underwear fell into your backyard. So paiseh to come down and ask you.
I know I’m not their teacher, but I still feel pai seh not giving enough attention. If children are approaching me, it’s either because they think I’m accessible, or their teachers for some reason send them my way. If I don’t respond, they’ll think I’m sombong (Malay for “proud”), and then how?
Word Forms
- pai say
- pai seh
Synonyms for paiseh
Depending on context, synonyms include malu.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gabra, leceh, shag, pukeworthy, kancheong, siao.
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