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Buying, selling, or renting property in Singapore involves documents that may use technical terms. This article explains Singapore conveyancing legal terms clearly, with English, Chinese, and Pinyin.
The glossary below translates Singapore conveyancing legal terms into Chinese with Pinyin.
Singapore Conveyancing Legal Terms Glossary #
| English Term | Chinese | Pinyin | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Option to Purchase (OTP) | 优先购买权书 | yōu xiān gòu mǎi quán shū | Gives buyer first right to purchase |
| Sale & Purchase Agreement | 买卖协议 | mǎi mài xié yì | Main contract for property sale |
| Transfer | 产权转让 | chǎn quán zhuǎn ràng | Transfer of ownership |
| Mortgage | 抵押 | dǐ yā | Loan secured on property |
| Caveat | 预告登记 | yù gào dēng jì | Notice of interest lodged on title |
| Title Deed / Certificate of Title | 产权证书 | chǎn quán zhèng shū | Proof of property ownership |
| Land Titles Act | 土地所有权法 | tǔ dì suǒ yǒu quán fǎ | Law governing land titles |
| Tenancy Agreement / Lease | 租赁协议 | zū lìnɡ xié yì | Lease contract for rental |
| Stamp Duty | 印花税 | yìn huā shuì | Tax on property transactions |
| Completion | 交割 | jiāo gē | Final stage of property transfer |
Why It Matters #
Property is often the biggest investment for families. Understanding these Singapore conveyancing legal terms ensures you know what you are signing in contracts like OTPs or mortgages.
For more details, see the Singapore Land Authority or IRAS Stamp Duty page.
