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Krathong in Thai

“Krathong” in Thai is กระทงgrà-tong.

กระทง grà-tong

krathong, a small float of banana leaves, flowers and a candle noun

  • grà low
  • tong mid
  • Low: flat and lower than your normal voice, dropping a little at the end.

Classifier: ใบbai · counting word for hats, bags, cards and leaves

Traditionally a slice of banana trunk wrapped in banana leaves, with flowers, a candle and three incense sticks. Choose one made of natural materials, never foam.

Taught in Unit 24 · Lesson 1: Loy Krathong night of the free course.

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Other spellings you'll see

There's no single official way to write Thai in English letters. We mark the tone of every syllable; online you'll also find:

  • krathong
  • kratong

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Learn this word in Unit 24, free

Unit 24 · Until we meet again · Loy Krathong night. Short lessons with audio for every word, speaking practice and spaced review. No sign-up needed.

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Written by the Learn Thai For Free team
Audio: AI voices, quality-checked for tones