chilli padi
A Singaporean and Malaysian term for small, fiery chili peppers — the bird's eye chili or similar varieties.
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A Singaporean and Malaysian term for small, fiery chili peppers — the bird's eye chili or similar varieties. In Singlish, 'chilli padi' is also used figuratively for a small person with a fierce, spirited personality — the spiciest things come in small packages. Both senses are in common use.
Don't underestimate her just because she's quiet — she's a real chilli padi when she needs to be.
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(Singapore, Malaysia).
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