Drawing from Xiamen University publications, Wong's book reveals historical Chinese terms like 'Fan' (meaning uncivilised), 'Huan-a' (for Malays), and 'Jip Huan' (for Muslim converts), examining their usage across Asian countries.
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Kiasu is a Hokkien term that translates to the ‘fear of losing out,’ often manifesting as competitive behaviour aimed at achieving one’s goals or getting ahead of others. Anyone who did not follow the ‘Chinese way of life’ was considered barbaric or uncivilized. In Hokkien, they called foreigners ‘Fan’, meaning uncivilized people.
Proudly Chinese, Openly Critical The book is set to be published in November, with pre-orders beginning on 1 November.
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