On the way
Usually used when you’re late for a formal event or a
meeting session with friends. No matter what are you doing when the question is
asked ( even still at home), Malaysians tend to use this 3 words to answer. A
lot of times it is continued by Malaysians saying “ X minutes ah…”
Example:
A: Why so late? Everybody waiting for you , you know ?
B: On the way…on the way… 5 more minutes..!!
Cincai
The word “ cincai” literally means whatever. Malaysians use
this word frequently when they are reluctant to make a choice or just to
continue a conversation.
Example:
A: Where you want to eat today ?
B: Cincai lah.. Up to you…
Walao / Walao Eh
This phrase is often to describe the feeling of surprise or
disbelief. Often, it is followed by a demanding question regarding the topic
which strikes disbelief.
Example:
A: So sorry, I forgot to buy your share of tickets for the
movie..
B: Walaoeh, How can you invite for the movie and forgot to
buy my share leh ?
Tapau
Perhaps one of the most useful slang when it comes to
travelers when buying food in Malaysia. “Tapau” means to take away servings of
food.
That's why lah
The phrase literally translates into "that explains
it" in proper English. Often used when Malaysians want to make a quick
reasoning about something.
Example :
A: Oops..I’m being late again, coz’ stuck in the heavy
traffic
B: That’s’ why lah.. always ask you to go out earlier but
you don’t listen.
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