Chickenpox

Daisy’s big brother Tim is an introvert who likes to spend time alone in his room, while Daisy loves being around people and chatting with everyone. When one of Tim’s classmates comes down with chickenpox, Tim is sent home from school, and soon the whole family is feeling itchy! In this Thai story, you’ll learn how to describe personalities, talk about illness and symptoms, and follow the days of the week through natural Thai.

Thai Vocabulary:
โลกส่วนตัวสูง (lôok sùan dtua sǔung) – Introverted / Likes to be alone
ชอบเข้าสังคม (chôop khâo sǎng-khom) – Sociable / Outgoing
อีสุกอีใส (ii-sùk-ii-sǎi) – Chickenpox
แพร่เชื้อ (prâe chʉ́a) – To spread an infection
คัน (khan) – Itchy

Listen to the end to find out who really spread the chickenpox!

Absolute Beginner Body Chickenpox Coronavirus Daisy Days Family Feelings Friends Health Illness Introvert Neighbour Personality School Socialising Story Symptoms Tim Virus Work Yim

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Chickenpox

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