Definder - what does the word mean?

What is Niao?

A phrase often used to retort someone who is bragging about his wealth, achievements or academic prowess.

Wallace: "My dad got be tickets to the Imagine Dragons concert for my birthday."

Jromy: "WHAT THE NIAO!"

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Niao - what is it?

Literal translation: ciao for now

Meaning: See you later.

Spanish-English fusion.

ciao for niao..
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What does "Niao" mean?

This word stands for "Not Intended As Offensive".

It is used as a disclaimer in typed dialog to convey that the previously or soon to be mentioned statement is a joke, or is an opinion and not an attack on anyone.

Also used for constructive criticism.

Typically used in one-time, open-ended communication such as a facebook status.

FB status: "Happy Hit A Heretic Day!" NIAO (joke)

YouTube comment: "This is NIAO, you sound like Justin Bieber when you sing." (opinion/constructive criticism)

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Niao - what does it mean?

It's a singlish word or Malaysian slang word. 'Niao' is usually used as a description of people who are very fussy about something or just overreact or overconcerned about a situation.

People can say ' Ben is super niao, he don't even want to share the same cup as his sister.'

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Niao - meaning

To show off. A term often used in Singapore and Malaysia by Mandarin-speaking individuals, who are more often than not, teenagers or young adults. Most commonly used in a Singlish sentence.

Eh don't need to niao lah, we all know you did well for the test ok?

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