Preserve Teochew Heritage

Mapping festival idioms to honor Singapore’s Teochew culture and its rich vocabulary legacy.

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Preserving Teochew Language Traditions

Dedicated to mapping and preserving the rich vocabulary and idioms of Singapore's Teochew culture through innovative annotation systems and respect for native pronunciation.

A vertical rectangular signboard is mounted on the side of a building. The sign features a framed illustration of a person in a traditional, ornate headdress with vibrant colors. The text adjacent to the illustration reads 'Teochew Puppet & Opera' in both English and Chinese characters. Surrounding the sign are electrical wires and an air conditioning unit attached to the building's exterior.
A vertical rectangular signboard is mounted on the side of a building. The sign features a framed illustration of a person in a traditional, ornate headdress with vibrant colors. The text adjacent to the illustration reads 'Teochew Puppet & Opera' in both English and Chinese characters. Surrounding the sign are electrical wires and an air conditioning unit attached to the building's exterior.

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Cultural Preservation Services

We focus on preserving Teochew language and festival traditions through structured commentary and annotation.

A building with red signage in both English and Chinese script reads 'Seow Teck San Physical Cultural Society.' Two yellow flags are visible on the roof, and there are trees in the foreground. The sky appears cloudy with diffuse sunlight.
A building with red signage in both English and Chinese script reads 'Seow Teck San Physical Cultural Society.' Two yellow flags are visible on the roof, and there are trees in the foreground. The sky appears cloudy with diffuse sunlight.
Teochew Language Mapping

Mapping expressions into structured formats that respect native pronunciation and cultural nuances.

Festival Idiom Annotation

Creating a system for documenting idioms, capturing phonetic changes and cultural significance.

Cultural Heritage Workshops

Engaging workshops to explore and celebrate the rich traditions of Teochew culture.

A yellow background with bold black Chinese characters and the English word 'CHEERS' at the bottom. The text includes various phrases about food and drinks, expressing enthusiasm and excitement.
A yellow background with bold black Chinese characters and the English word 'CHEERS' at the bottom. The text includes various phrases about food and drinks, expressing enthusiasm and excitement.

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Explore the rich tapestry of Teochew idioms and traditions.

An ornate wooden structure features intricate carvings and a central red plaque with gold Chinese characters. The plaque is surrounded by decorative elements and traditional architectural details, conveying a sense of cultural heritage.
An ornate wooden structure features intricate carvings and a central red plaque with gold Chinese characters. The plaque is surrounded by decorative elements and traditional architectural details, conveying a sense of cultural heritage.
A wooden plaque with white Chinese characters hangs on a wall. The lighting is warm, casting shadows and highlighting the texture of the wood. Next to it, a small board with additional characters hangs by a string, contributing to a rustic and cultural aesthetic.
A wooden plaque with white Chinese characters hangs on a wall. The lighting is warm, casting shadows and highlighting the texture of the wood. Next to it, a small board with additional characters hangs by a string, contributing to a rustic and cultural aesthetic.
An ancient temple entrance with traditional Chinese architecture. Two large red lanterns hang above the doorway, flanked by historical and informational plaques. Two women are seated at a table outside, engaged in conversation.
An ancient temple entrance with traditional Chinese architecture. Two large red lanterns hang above the doorway, flanked by historical and informational plaques. Two women are seated at a table outside, engaged in conversation.
A ceramic bowl with traditional Chinese designs and red characters, filled with a dark liquid. It is placed on a saucer on top of a table with a colorful tablecloth. A spoon hovers above the bowl with a drop of liquid falling into it, illuminated by soft light creating a serene atmosphere.
A ceramic bowl with traditional Chinese designs and red characters, filled with a dark liquid. It is placed on a saucer on top of a table with a colorful tablecloth. A spoon hovers above the bowl with a drop of liquid falling into it, illuminated by soft light creating a serene atmosphere.
A woman in a traditional teal dress is sitting at a table decorated with red cloth and calligraphy. The table is set in front of a building with red and gold decorative items, including hanging scrolls with Chinese characters and cherry blossom branches. The setting has a festive and cultural atmosphere.
A woman in a traditional teal dress is sitting at a table decorated with red cloth and calligraphy. The table is set in front of a building with red and gold decorative items, including hanging scrolls with Chinese characters and cherry blossom branches. The setting has a festive and cultural atmosphere.
Heritage

Preserving Teochew language and festival traditions effectively.

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