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In this Easy Thai lesson, explore two useful Thai words: เข้ม (khêm) and ข้น (khôn). See how เข้ม describes dark or deep colours, from lipstick and eyebrows to hair, and how it contrasts with อ่อน (ɔ̀ɔn), meaning light or pale. Then learn how ข้น describes thick, rich liquids like condensed milk and creamy tom yum soup. Finally, put the two together to make เข้มข้น (khêm-khôn), a word for strong coffee, bold flavours and even an intense movie!

Thai Vocabulary:
เข้ม (khêm) – Dark / Deep (colour)
อ่อน (ɔ̀ɔn) – Light / Pale (colour)
ข้น (khôn) – Thick / Concentrated
นมข้น (nom khôn) – Condensed milk
เข้มข้น (khêm-khôn) – Rich / Strong / Intense

Beginner Appearance Beauty Coffee Colors Cosmetics Drinks Flavours Food Hair Makeup Movies Tom Yum

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