zhSG

zh-SG, often written as zh-SG or zhSG, is a locale tag used in software localization and digital publishing to designate Chinese as it is used in Singapore. Part of the broader Chinese language family, zh-SG signals that content should be presented to Singaporean Chinese readers and usually aligns with Simplified Chinese script and local conventions. The tag is defined under the BCP 47 standard for language tags and is commonly applied in user interfaces, websites, and documentation.

Writing system and usage: In Singapore, Simplified Chinese characters are the standard for most Mandarin-language materials in education, media, and public communications; Traditional characters appear in certain contexts or among specific communities. Zh-SG content typically uses Simplified Chinese, but may mix in traditional forms when appropriate for the audience or heritage materials.

Localization specifics: Using the zh-SG locale can influence date formats (commonly day-month-year with separators such as 31/12/2024 or 31-12-2024), number formats, and currency representation (SGD). It may also affect input methods, currency symbols, and sorting rules to reflect Singaporean norms, as distinct from zh-CN or zh-TW variants.

Linguistic context: Singapore Mandarin is a widely used form of Mandarin in Singapore, with local vocabulary and phrasing that can differ from Mainland Chinese Mandarin. Zh-SG content often targets users comfortable with bilingual Singaporean settings and may reflect local regulatory or educational standards.

See also: zh-CN, zh-TW, zh-HK, zh-SG locales.