kapcai

a ship that's sinking. a hokkien twist to the word 'capsized' taken from english.

Oh my god, (referring to a burning house) our house has kapcai already.

Aiyo, my exam results kapcai already.

by Ms. Warmer December 10, 2009

Kapcai

Malaysian slang for a small step-through underbone motorcycle, usually below 250cc.

The word 'Kap' refers to Honda 'Cub', which is one of the first underbone motorcycle in Malaysia.
While the word 'Cai' is a Cantonese slang for 'man' or ''boy'.

In short, Kapcai means 'Young men's bike'.

The first man who brings Honda into Malaysian market is Loh Boon Siew, also known as Leng Chai, a.k.a 'handsome boy'.

I had to ride my Kapcai to work because my can broke down yesterday.

by Kodiang January 2, 2026