Chinglish

Chinglish (also known as the Chinese English) is slang for spoken or written English language that is either influenced by a Chinese language, or is poorly translated. In Hong Kong, Macau, Guangdong and Guangxi, the term "Chinglish" refers mainly to Cantonese-influenced English. This term is commonly applied to ungrammatical or nonsensical English in Chinese contexts, and may have pejorative or deprecating connotations. Chinglish also has its cultural impact, as seen in movies, TV shows, daily life and so on. It is used intentionally as a form of self-expression or as slang among Chinese speakers, playing a significant role in shaping their sense of identity. Other terms used to describe the phenomenon include "Chinese English", "China English", "Engrish" and "Sinicized English". The degree to which a Chinese variety of English exists or can be considered legitimate is still up for debate.

==Terminology== thumb|right|A 2010 sign on the wall surrounding the Tiger Hill Pagoda warning tourists not to climb up. The English word Chinglish is a portmanteau of Chinese and English. The Chinese equivalent is Zhōngshì Yīngyǔ ().