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gai gai

(Singlish) To go out for a walk.

ˌk˭aɪ˨ ˈk˭aɪ˨˦62 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026SG-MY

(Singlish) To go out for a walk.

Origin: , with tones 1 and 5 in Singaporean Hokkien. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
For parents

Gai gai means: To go out for a walk.. It is mainly Singaporean English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

For ESL learners

gai gai means: To go out for a walk.. Register: informal, Singapore English. Often not understood outside its region; gloss the word on first use when writing for an international audience. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.

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Gai gai means: To go out for a walk.. It is mainly Singaporean English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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