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.
善
信
社群、团体
Communities / Organisations
名词
善男信女的简称。原指佛教信徒,今也可泛指教徒或善心人士。
Noun
An abbreviation of the Mandarin term “善男信女”, originally referring to Buddhists but now also refers to worshippers of other religions or people with benevolence.
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lè líng
dà ěr lóng
bǔ jī
àn pái