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What is the meaning of the Thai word "สวัสดี"?
What is the meaning of the Thai word "สวัสดี"?
- Please
- Hello (correct)
- Goodbye
- Thank you
What is the English translation of "สวัสดี"?
What is the English translation of "สวัสดี"?
- Thank you
- Please
- Hello (correct)
- Goodbye
What language is the word "สวัสดี" from?
What language is the word "สวัสดี" from?
- Vietnamese
- Thai (correct)
- Chinese
- Japanese
What is the purpose of the word "สวัสดี"?
What is the purpose of the word "สวัสดี"?
What is the most likely context for someone to say "สวัสดี"?
What is the most likely context for someone to say "สวัสดี"?
Flashcards
Greeting
Greeting
A friendly gesture or expression used when meeting someone.
Sawasdee
Sawasdee
A common Thai greeting equivalent to 'hello' or 'welcome'.
Cultural Significance
Cultural Significance
The importance or meaning behind a greeting in a culture.
Non-verbal Greeting
Non-verbal Greeting
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Language Variations
Language Variations
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Study Notes
- สวัสดี (Sawasdee) is a Thai greeting meaning "hello" or "good day".
- It is used as a common and polite greeting in various situations.
- It's a versatile greeting, suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
- The use of "Sawasdee" demonstrates respect and courtesy in Thai culture.
Informal Greetings
- Other informal greetings in Thai exist to suit different circumstances or relationships.
- Depending on the context, different greetings may be used among friends.
- Different greetings might be used as specific salutations to show respect to a particular person, like an older person or a teacher.
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