Riam Thai

Oh Rainy Season!

It’s rainy season in Thailand! Start by learning about Thailand’s three seasons, then follow a family’s Sunday at home. The sun is shining, so Dad washes the car, Mum does the laundry, Tim plays online games on his phone, and Yim and Daisy watch TV. But dark clouds soon roll in, bringing heavy rain, thunder and lightning, and everyone’s plans for the day change!

Thai Vocabulary:
ฤดูฝน (rʉ́-duu fǒn) – Rainy season
ฝนตกหนัก (fǒn tòk nàk) – Heavy rain
ฟ้าร้อง (fáa rɔ́ɔng) – Thunder
ฟ้าผ่า (fáa phàa) – Lightning strike
เครื่องซักผ้า (khrʉ̂ang sák phâa) – Washing machine
ตากผ้า (tàak phâa) – To hang clothes out to dry

Listen along to pick up useful Thai for talking about the weather, household chores and everyday family life. Keep listening, keep learning, and enjoy your Thai journey with every story!

Absolute BeginnerCarChoresCleaningClothesDaily RoutineDaisyDatesElectricityFamilyGamesHealthLaundryMonthsOnomatopoeiaPhoneRainSafetySeasonsSleepStormStoryTimTimeTv ShowWeatherYim

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