What it’s Really Like to be Thai during Songkran
Experience Songkran, the Thai New Year, from a Thai point of view! Beyond the famous water fights, discover the traditions Thai people take part in every April: bathing Buddha images, pouring water on elders’ hands for blessings, making merit at the temple, and reuniting with family. You’ll also hear how neighbouring countries celebrate their own New Year, why the holiday can be surprisingly exhausting, the awkward questions relatives like to ask, and how the Thai value of being considerate shapes these busy few days.
Thai Vocabulary:
สงกรานต์ (sǒng-graan) – Songkran / Thai New Year
รดน้ำดำหัว (rót náam dam hǔa) – Blessing ceremony for elders
ตั้งตารอ (dtâng dtaa ror) – To eagerly look forward to
ด้วยซ้ำ (dûay sám) – Even (for emphasis)
อุตส่าห์ (ùt-sàa) – To go to the trouble of
เกรงใจ (greeng jai) – Considerate / reluctant to impose
Listen to natural Thai and discover the culture behind one of Thailand’s most famous festivals!