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Loanwords in Tâi-gí: soap, motorcycle, and lighter

Scooters in Taiwan. (Photo: CNA)
Scooters in Taiwan. (Photo: CNA)

With the diverse cultures that have influenced Taiwan, there are many Tâi-gí words that originate from other languages! This week, let’s learn some new words and explore the influence of English,  Japanese, French, and more on the Taiwanese language.


●Words to Know:

1. oo-tóo-bái (n.) scooter / motorcycle

2. 雪文 sap-bûn (n.) soap

3. 麭 pháng (n.) bread

4. bì-lù (n.) beer

5. lài-tah (n.) lighter


●Idiom of the week:

A-ta-mah khōng-ku-lí.

(Someone is so stupid that their brain is full of concrete.)

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