Get Dressed

Why do so many Thai people wear long sleeves and long trousers in such hot weather? In this lesson, you’ll learn how Thai people choose what to wear for different occasions and places, and how Thai dress changed dramatically during the reigns of King Rama IV and King Rama V. You’ll also find out how Thailand’s eight styles of Thai national dress came about, what to wear to work, a temple, a funeral or a wedding, and why many Thais still avoid wearing swimwear at the beach.

Thai Vocabulary:
แต่งกาย (tàeng gaai) – To dress / Attire
กาลเทศะ (gaa-lá-têet-sà) – Appropriateness to time and place
มิดชิด (mít-chít) – Fully covered / Modest
ลอยชาย (looi chaai) – Untucked (shirt)
ฉูดฉาด (chùut-chàat) – Loud / Garish (colours)
นุ่ง (nûng) – To wear (a lower garment)

Learning about Thai culture helps you understand not just the language, but the people who speak it. Keep listening, keep learning, and enjoy your Thai journey!

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Get Dressed

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