Re: 'Kheks' for Hakka's in M'sia

[eesong@mail.swbell.net]

Dear Sir:

I believe the term "Khek" is  Hakka in Hokkian which is why you do not
find them widely use in K.L. and other states where the prevalent
language is Cantonese. Whereas in Malacca, Penang and S'pore they are
being use. If I am correct  the Hakkas Association in S'pore is called
the Khek Association  founded by Au Boon Haw (Tiger Balm) a Hokkian
Hak.  Got a book about this when I visited S'pore last  year.

BTW, I'm so glad this forum is up and running again. Couldn't access it
for a while and thought it was closed. Ngai How Fon Hi, Ngai Heh Hak
Ngin Choo Chai  Ft. Worth TX.