This database contains a collection of Mandarin terms which have cultural, historical or sentimental value unique to Singapore. These terms may be used by Singaporeans in the past or at present. Some of the terms are read in print while others are used in our everyday conversations.
屋
契
法政
Legal / Politics
名词
证明房地产所有权的法律文件。
Noun
Legal documents that prove the ownership of real estate.
建屋发展局为了更好地帮助低收入年长屋主获得稳定的退休收入,推出屋契回购计划(Lease Buyback Scheme)。此计划可让符合条件的屋主将部分屋契出售给建屋局,从而获得终身的生活资金。
To better help low-income elderly homeowners receive a stable retirement income, HDB launched the Lease Buyback Scheme. This scheme enables eligible homeowners to sell part of their lease back to HDB, thus providing them with funds for their remaining years.
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