Why Thai Women are so Fascinated with Watching Korean Series
Why are so many Thai people, especially Thai women, so captivated by Korean series? In this lesson, you’ll hear seven reasons why Korean dramas are so hard to stop watching. They range from realistic characters and unpredictable plots to fashion, language practice and learning about jobs like doctors and lawyers. Along the way, you’ll hear how Korean series compare with traditional Thai TV dramas, stories of watching all night long, and what TV and the internet were like before 4G.
Thai Vocabulary:
ซีรีส์เกาหลี (sii-rîit gao-lǐi) – Korean series
ละคร (lá-kon) – TV drama / soap opera
หลงใหล (lǒng-lǎi) – To be captivated by
ติด (tìt) – To be hooked on
สมจริง (sǒm-jing) – Realistic
พระเอก (prá-èek) – Male lead
นางเอก (naang-èek) – Female lead
Whether you’re a K-drama fan or not, this is a great chance to hear natural, conversational Thai about everyday culture!