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This informal Singapore variety of English includes particles such as lah and leh.

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    Strait of Malacca

    The passage connects the Indian Ocean with Southeast Asian waters.

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  2. 07This UNESCO-listed tropical garden contains Singapore's National Orchid Garden.RECALL
    Singapore Botanic Gardens

    The gardens date to 1859.

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  3. 08This resort island lies just off Singapore's southern coast.RECALL
    Sentosa

    The island once had a military role.

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