Thai Cats

Explore the world of Thai cats in this natural-speed Thai lesson! Discover five famous native breeds, from the colour-changing Wichienmaat (Siamese) to the jet-black Konja. Learn the beliefs, rituals and superstitions surrounding cats in Thailand, and see how today’s “cat slave” culture has made cats the real bosses of many Thai homes. You’ll also pick up popular Thai idioms featuring cats and learn what they mean in everyday conversation.

Thai Vocabulary:
สายพันธุ์ (sǎai-phan) – Breed
ทาสแมว (tâat maeo) – Devoted cat owner (lit. “cat slave”)
ที่เท่าแมวดิ้นตาย (thîi thâo maeo dîn taai) – A tiny, cramped space
แมวไม่อยู่หนูร่าเริง (maeo mâi yùu nǔu râa-rəəng) – When the cat’s away, the mice will play

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Thai Cats

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