thailand
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A country in Southeast Asia: Thailand is a nation located in the southeastern part of Asia, extending southward along the Isthmus of Kra to the Malay Peninsula. It is the official name for the country historically known as Siam.
Usage
- As a proper noun (country name): "Thailand" is used to refer to the nation, its people, culture, and things originating from there. It is always capitalized.
- We are planning a vacation to Thailand next winter.
- Thai cuisine from Thailand is famous worldwide.
Advanced Usage
- "The Kingdom of Thailand": This is the official full name of the country.
- The Kingdom of Thailand is a constitutional monarchy.
Variants and Related Words
- Thai (adj): Of or relating to Thailand, its people, or their language.
- She is studying Thai culture.
- Thai (n): A person from Thailand; the official language of Thailand.
- He is a Thai. (person)
- She speaks fluent Thai. (language)
- Siam (n, historical): The former name of Thailand.
- Siam was officially renamed Thailand in 1939.
Synonyms
- Kingdom of Thailand: Official full name.
- Siam: Historical name.
Related Phrases
- Gulf of Thailand: A body of water bordering the country.
- The islands in the Gulf of Thailand are popular tourist destinations.
Noun
- a country of southeastern Asia that extends southward along the Isthmus of Kra to the Malay Peninsula
- Thailand is the official name of the former Siam