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Asian English
Kaypoh
Used when discussing someone's intrusive curiosity about others' lives.
Literal Meaning
Kaypoh → Nosy or overly inquisitive person
Actual Meaning
Busybody, nosy person, meddling in others' affairs (Singapore/Malaysia)
Examples in Context

'Don't be so kaypoh!' (Translation: Don't be so nosy!)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Negative trait
  • 2Minding others' business
  • 3Common criticism
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meddler
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