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.
人
民
协
会
社群、团体
Communities / Organisations
名词
管理本地各个基层组织的法定机构。简称“人协”。
Noun
A statutory body that manages the grassroots organisations in Singapore. Abbreviated as “人协” in Mandarin.
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zhōng yuán huì
zì gù rén shì
zá gōng
yǒng jiǔ jū mín