If you are familiar with the Thai culture or have Thai friends, I am sure you know that all Thai people are grown up with superstitious beliefs and taboos. Some are still believed to be true, and some are now used to tease friends. Although I don't really believe in any superstitions, I think these are worth sharing. 1. ห้ามตัดผมวันพุธ Do not cut the hair on … [Read more...] about 15 Common Thai Superstitions and Beliefs
Thai Expression of the Day: Banana Banana
Bananas can be found everywhere in Thailand throughout the year. Thai people are grown up with bananas. Thai parents believe that feeding infants banana will make the baby “grow fast and healthy.” Many families continue the custom of using banana as a baby’s first food. I also eat bananas as much as I eat rice. It seems like bananas are part of Thai life, we even include … [Read more...] about Thai Expression of the Day: Banana Banana
Adventure Park in Pattaya
I’ve visited Pattya on numerous occasions – to see what walking street is like, to enjoy great seafood, and to visit Lan island also the amazing Sanctury of Truth. Recently I just discovered that this city didn’t have just beaches, islands or busy streets. There is also an adventure park in the forest that I never thought would exist so close to downtown Pattaya. Tree Top … [Read more...] about Adventure Park in Pattaya
VIDEO: Different Tones, Different Meanings
Sawatdee ka, As many of you know already that Thai language is a tonal language. When the tone change, the meaning of the word will be changed. There are many groups of words that have exactly the same phonemic sounds, and yet because of different tones express very different meanings. So, today I would like to show you common words that you can see or hear everyday. 5 … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Different Tones, Different Meanings
Kanom Krok (Thai Coconut Pudding)
Kanom Krok is Thai sweet and savory dessert commonly found on streetside throughout Thailand. Kanom Krok is prepared in a cast iron pan with small round indents in it (กระทะขนมครก gra-ta kanom krok). Usually the pan is placed directly over charcoal in a round clay oven. Kanom krok has two layers; bottom layer and the topping. When the first rice flour mix is … [Read more...] about Kanom Krok (Thai Coconut Pudding)
VIDEO: Taking SkyTrain
I live in Bangkok and use Skytrain all the time. Many times tourists approached me to ask questions about the station they wan to go to or the right exit they have to take. Even myself I have to ask these questions when I go somewhere I am not familiar with. So let's learn to ask these questions in Thai, shall we? :) ถ้าจะไปซอยสุขุมวิท 24 ต้องลงสถานีไหนคะ tâa … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Taking SkyTrain
9 Auspicious Thai Desserts
I have a sweet-tooth. I like all kind of desserts, western and Thai. Recently, I just found a store near my house selling my childhood Thai sweets called ฝอยทอง Foy Tong. I was so happy and have been going back to buy it almost every week (that means more exercise too!). Anyway, I was thinking about the word "ทอง /tong/" that many Thai desserts consist of the word ทอง 'tong' … [Read more...] about 9 Auspicious Thai Desserts
Chinatown Bangkok (Yaowarat)
Bangkok's Chinatown is known among Thai people as "เยาวราช Yaowarat". It has been the main center for trading by the Chinese community for more than 200 years. There are many small streets and alleys full of shops and street vendors selling all types of goods - Chinese herbs, clothes, gold etc. Yaowarat comes alive each evening after dusk, and it is one of the most exciting … [Read more...] about Chinatown Bangkok (Yaowarat)
Thai Idiom – Sprinkling Coriander on the Face
What am I doing? I am just trying to teach you a common Thai idiom. : ) In the Thai idiom and psychology, face is the most important thing. We can lose our fortune, but we can't lose our face. Face is not just the body part where we want it to look nice; it is about pride, dignity and social standing. Some people may lose face เสียหน้า /sĭa nâa/, some people may … [Read more...] about Thai Idiom – Sprinkling Coriander on the Face
Things That Really Annoy Farangs in Thailand
I was waiting to meet my friend in a coffee shop on Sukhumvit road, and a waitress kindly gave me the Big Chilli magazine to read. I thought that was really nice of her, and I was even more pleased to find the Entertainment column. It got me laugh so much and I have to share it with you. Thai Language explanation ไม่รู้เรื่อง /mâi rúu rûeang/ could mean … [Read more...] about Things That Really Annoy Farangs in Thailand
VIDEO: Taking a Taxi
I hope you find this lesson useful. : ) … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Taking a Taxi
Thai Traditional Wedding Ceremony
I attended my best friends' traditional wedding. During the Buddhist religious ceremony I thought I would like to share this with everyone, so here I am. Currently the engagement ceremony and the wedding ceremony combine to a single day for simple process. Both my friend's engagement and wedding ceremonies were held at her house. The bride had 14 bridesmaids so we had to wake … [Read more...] about Thai Traditional Wedding Ceremony
Southern Thai Dishes and my Favorite Place to Eat Them in Bangkok
Did you know that I am a Southern girl? Actually I am a mix - my mom is from Nakhon Si Thammarat and my dad is from Pichit, but I was born in Bangkok and grew up in my mom's hometown so I grew up with Southern Thai food. Southern cooking tend to be intensely hot, pungent and spicy which I love so much. Here are my top five Southern dishes: 1. คั่วกลิ้ง [Kua … [Read more...] about Southern Thai Dishes and my Favorite Place to Eat Them in Bangkok
Be Wild – Khao Yai National Park
Khao Yai National park อุทยานแห่งชาติเขาใหญ่ is one of the popular destinations among Thai people for a short getaway including myself. It is just 3 hours drive by car from bustling Bangkok to a pristine rainforest, home to a huge array of interesting wildlife. Khao Yai established in 1962, was Thailand's first national park covering 2,168 square kilometers including … [Read more...] about Be Wild – Khao Yai National Park
Ancient City in Samut Prakan
I like to get out of Bangkok and get some fresh air on weekends. Many times I visit places like Samed Island in Rayong, Lan isalnd in Pattaya, Hua Hin or Khao Yai. I also like to find something fun to do on a day trip like going to a museum, and I have to say that I feel a little embarrassed that I just learned that the Ancient City is just under an hour by car from the center … [Read more...] about Ancient City in Samut Prakan
VIDEO: When and How to Wai Properly
“wai” (ไหว้) is an exquisite and unique traditional way Thai people greet and show respect. Thai people also perform the Wai in these situations: Giving Thanks Good Bye Apologizing Praying to the Buddha Paying respect to sacred things i.e. spirit house, image of the King Anyone who has travelled to Thailand will be familiar with the wai, but the wai can be … [Read more...] about VIDEO: When and How to Wai Properly
VIDEO: Thai Bra Ad Goes Viral
The latest viral sexy ad video of Thailand. The video, which was uploaded on July 30th, has quickly reached over two millions views and nearly two thousand comments on the social network. No Thai words are spoken, but it shows how current Thai society is like really well in my opinion. 555 Interesting behind the scene It is one of the few ads … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Thai Bra Ad Goes Viral
National Thai Language Day
July 29th every year is observed as National Thai Language Day วันภาษาไทยแห่งชาติ /wan paa-săa tai hàeng châad/ On 29 July 1962, the King Bhumibol Adulyadej (King Rama 9) visited the Faculty of Arts of Chulalongkorn University, the oldest university in Thailand to join experts on the Thai language in a discussion on problems with using Thai words. During the discussion, … [Read more...] about National Thai Language Day
Buddhist Lent Day (วันเข้าพรรษา Wan Khao Phansa)
Wan Khao Phansa [วันเข้าพรรษา: wan kâo pan-săa] is a period of three lunar months during the rainy season when monks are required to remain in one particular place or temple [วัด: wát]. This year it runs from 6th July to 31st July 2020 (วันออกพรรษา /wan àwkpan-săa/ ). This tradition originates from old times when Buddha stayed in temples during the rainy season to avoid … [Read more...] about Buddhist Lent Day (วันเข้าพรรษา Wan Khao Phansa)
VIDEO : What’s Your Type?
The key word in this lesson is the word "สเปค spec" (please note that the Thai spelling in the subtitle in the video is wrong! I am sorry.). This word is a loan word from English which is believed to come from the word specific (adj.) or specification (n.). Thai has heavily influenced the forms of colloquial English spoken in Thailand. Video Dialogue: Pear: … [Read more...] about VIDEO : What’s Your Type?