Tagged festive

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  1. ah maHokkien for grandmother. Also a-ma.Hokkien
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  2. ang pauRed packet of money given at Chinese New Year and weddings. Also ang pow.Hokkien
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  3. baju rayaNew traditional outfits worn for Hari Raya, often colour-matched across the whole family.Malay
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  4. balik kampungGoing back to your hometown, especially for the festive holidays.Malay
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  5. bandungPink rose syrup mixed with milk, a sweet favourite especially during Ramadan.Malay
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  6. duit rayaMoney packets given during Hari Raya, usually to kids.Malay
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  7. gong xi fa caiChinese New Year greeting wishing prosperity. Cantonese speakers say gong hei fatt choy.Other, Cantonese
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  8. huatHokkien for 'prosper!', shouted at Chinese New Year and whenever money might be coming.Hokkien
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  9. lo heiTossing the yee sang salad high at Chinese New Year for good luck. Higher toss, more huat!Cantonese
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  10. open houseA festive party where everyone is welcome to drop by and eat.English
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  11. selamat hari rayaFestive greeting for Hari Raya, often followed by 'maaf zahir batin' (forgive me, inside and out).Malay
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