kiasu

Afraid of "losing out" to other people.

These parents are so kiasu! School hasn't started yet for their Primary One children and they're already buying tons of assessment books.

by Dissipate April 4, 2004

Kiass

Some one who kisses ass. Otherwise known as sucking up.

"Ugh. That kid is such a butt shark."

"You mean a kiass?"

"Yea. A total back biter."

by Manda and Kait February 10, 2008

kiasi

general meaning: afraid of getting into trouble.
actual translation: afraid of dying.

He's so kiasi, I don't believe he dares to slam the government.

by Liling October 6, 2007

kiasuism

1)the noun of kiasu.

2)the competitive mindset/philosophy that it is ones major loss to miss out on good deals(e.g. Great Singapore Sale) or trends that are already happening in society(esp. Singapore)

3)The calculating obsession that inflicts people who believe that they must get their money/time/effort worth(the greater the returns the better!!)

2a)Singaporean parents are the living definitions of Kiasuism; many sign their kids up for enrichment classes even before they turn 5!!

2b)Auntie 1: I bought only an item during the Great Singapore Sale! Sigh...i should have bought more, now the good stuff are all snapped up!
Friend: Ya you should have! You were an idiot for letting your rival singaporeans save money on discounted items!
Auntie 1: Come to think of it, I saved more than them by not spending as much as them!

3)Girl 1: You are so hardworking! Staying in school after lessons and coming back during the weekends!
Girl 2: Of course!! Why did you think I pay more than $1K for my polytechnic school fees for? Must exploit their electricity and read all their books before i graduate!!
Girl 1: (feels guilty)...typical singaporean...

by ocdsufferer September 6, 2008

kiasuism

act of kiasu where one is afraid of losing out to others.

kiasuism is common is singapore.

by May July 21, 2004

kiasjah

a beautiful soul, someone who you can't be mad at. has a beautiful smile and is honest she also is very quite at times but when she lets lose can twerk like she has the butt of gods!!!! Driven, someone who easily lights up a room.

Kiasjah is my women crush.

by mkeke April 8, 2015

Kiasha

Kiasha is usually someone who is very funny. Her eyes are the most beautiful things, but beware of her death stare. Her hair is always silky and she has a great personality. She is strong and capable of handling herself, she can show a kindness you can't imagine and is that little bit wild. She is naturally good with animals and understanding people. She always makes jokes and lightens the mood. But she is free spirited and hard to catch! Just like the wind, she blow into your life and sweep you off your feet then be gone in an instant. She's loyal and protects her friends and those around her.

I want to be a Kiasha today

by Lolztheking November 22, 2021