I wish I really had taken the time to learn Mandarin, I can understand a little but that is about it. My daughter who was schooled in Hong Kong and Singapore is fluent.
Cantonese is so tonal, I learnt about 20 words in 5 years........mostly ones that need moderation lol.
The plays are in English....well a lot of Singlish.....but you need to know about the local politics to get the real subliminal meanings. In a country of extreme censorship, it is wonderful.
When I lived there, my neighbor was one of the cast (lead) and well known on the rock. I also knew the Director, a top guy, who certainly did not fit the mold of a conservative Singaporean.
@DeadBunny - this site is a little different from a pure gaming site as many players do not consider themselves gamers, but golfers. On a golf course, you talk about virtually anything. Yes it is a small group, usually with friends, but certain protocols are followed.
What any forum needs however is consistency.......
@SP - I find the lack of literary knowledge and appreciation quite appalling these days.
But when people write a cover letter in TXT language when applying for a job, I draw the line. I have seen several people do this, and even invited one in for an interview......sadly it was probably written by a friend as to me, they were illiterate. Sadly the sarcasm I used was way to deep, and they thought I was complimenting them.
If that is the standard of education being taught, we are on a very slippery slope....let alone comprehending one of the classics. But never mind, i am sure it will come out as a cartoon or a movie at some stage......