SoH Expert Voice: Assoc Prof Tan Ying Ying discusses the living language of Singlish and what it means to be Singaporean.

A recent survey by the Institute of Policy Studies found a growing acceptance of Singlish among Singaporeans, with many viewing it as an important part of national identity that is worth preserving. But like any living language, Singlish is constantly evolving, shaped by new generations and changing ways of speaking. Assoc Prof Tan Ying Ying was recently invited as a guest speaker on Channel News Asia's Deep Dive podcast, speaking with host Steven Chia on how Singlish has evolved over the years, and what is in the future of Singlish as a language.

Listen to the podcast:

Deep Dive Podcast, 4 June 2026 - Season 7: Singlish is thriving, but it’s also changing. What does that mean for Singaporean identity?