TAG : Thai Language
The word farang
What does this strange word really mean?
In Blogs Archived: Matt Smith - 1st February 2009
Many foreigners in Thailand seem to even wear the term Farang as though it were a badge of honor…Thai people will call you it while you walk down the street, your native friends will call you it, and other foreigners even refer to themselves as “Farang.” I do not believe that this term is generally meant to be an insult, this is simply our title in Thai society, and, if we do not like it, there is nothing we can do about it.’
Tags: thai culture thai attitudes thai characteristics thai stereotypes thai generalisations thai language thai prejudices definition of farang
Fun with language
Next time you want to make a Thai smile, just mutter a few words.
In Blogs Archived: Greg Hill - 1st July 2007
Thais consider their language very difficult to learn but Thais from all walks of life will often give a genuine compliment or note of approval to any foreigner who can muster up a simple sentence. However some slightly more dubious characters - notably some taxi or tuk tuk drivers - have become more weary of the 'Thai speaking farang' phenomenon
Tags: culture farangs speaking thai thai language
The pee, the nong and the wai
Aspects of Thai culture
In Blogs Archived: Nick Tarver - 2nd December 2005
Although ajarn.com has never shirked from handing out some just criticism on Thai education and culture I felt it was only fair to balance worthy criticism with worthy praise.
Tags: thai culture thai society thai characteristics songkran thai relationships land of smiles thai food thai language
Most recently answered question:
Should I cut my neat medium-length dreadlocks before applying for teaching positions?
E-mailing for jobs
E-mailing potential employers in Thailand can be a very frustrating experience. Teacher Chris is on hand to give you some top tips.
Fancy teaching freelance?
How easy is it to cut out the middlemen and rake in the cash teach students at their own homes?
How are things here for black teachers?
Does racism exist in Thailand? The original article is over two years old but we would still like to hear your comments on how things are now.
Renting an apartment?
Before you go pounding the streets, check out our guide and know what to look out for.
The Region Guides
Fancy working in Thailand but not in Bangkok? Our region guides are written by teachers who actually live and work in the provinces.
The cost of living
How much money does a teacher need to earn in order to survive in Thailand? We analyze the facts.
Hi, I’m Tony Dabbs
I was a licensed life and health agent in the USA for many years and now I'm ajarn.com's health insurance expert.
Terms of Use I Advertising I Contact Us