Before you visit the country, it’s wise to know a few phrases that would make your encounters with Thais more pleasant.
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Thais use first names in addressing each other, for social occasions and in business. Before the person’s name is the honorific ‘Khun’. Khun means Mr. Ms, Miss or Mrs. When introduced you will be addressed back as ‘Khun..(your first name)
Thais greet each other with a wei – the placing of the hands together, as in prayer, and a bow from the neck. They do not shake hands, but will with Westerners, of course. The Thai way of saying hello, good day, is – for women: Sawasdee Kah and for men: Sawasdee Krup.
For translations into or from Thai, and for lessons in the Thai language, contact Thai Culture Centre, 416 962-785
Handicrafts from Thailand
Thais’ love of beauty has been translated into a wide variety of beautiful handicrafts. The streets of any city are a shoppers’ paradise with lovely boutiques and street markets.
Look for silks, cottons, ceramics, wood carvings, leather goods, clothing, costume jewellery, fine gems, books, stationery, furniture – items to fill your home and office.