Ah hahn tai
A popular Thai soup made with shrimp, mushrooms, and a tangy broth.
Tom Yum Goong
The traditional greeting in Thailand, made by placing the hands together.
the Wai
This national animal of Thailand has been revered for centuries and even appears on the national flag.
the elephant
The polite particle used by women at the end of sentences.
"ka"
This phrase means "delicious" in Thai.
"Aroi"
A spicy Thai salad made with green papaya.
Som Tam
The common form of public transport in Bangkok that's a three-wheeled motorized vehicle.
a Tuk-Tuk
A colorful bird with long tail feathers that's native to Thailand's forests.
the peacock
The Thai word for "thank you."
"khob khun"
When you want to say "it's okay" or "never mind" in Thai.
Mai Pen Rai
A stir-fried noodle dish often made with tofu, peanuts, and lime.
Pad Thai
A famous market in Bangkok known for its size and variety of goods, from antiques to fashion.
Chatuchak Weekend Market
This lizard, often seen in and around homes in Thailand, is believed to bring good luck if it calls out.
the gecko
The word that means both "near" and "far" in Thai, tone determines its meaning.
"glai"
The Thai phrase for "How are you?".
"Sabai Dee Mai"
A spicy and sour Thai soup made with chicken and coconut milk.
Tom Kha Gai
Who is the Thai artist who is a member of the South Korean girl group Blackpink
Lisa
This type of bear, with a distinctive V-shaped mark on its chest, can be found in the forests of northern Thailand.
the sun bear
The Thai word for "beautiful."
"suay"
This fun phrase is used to describe a foreigner in Thailand.
Farang
A curry made with green chili paste and coconut milk, often served with chicken or beef.
Green Curry or Kaeng Khiao Wan
A popular Thai tattoo technique done using a long metal spike.
Sak Yant
This aquatic plant, with pink or white flowers, is often associated with peace and purity in Buddhist symbolism.
the lotus
The script in which the Thai language is written.
the Thai script or Aksorn Thai
The Thai way to say "I don't understand".
Mai Khao Jai