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Snorkel in Thai

“Snorkel” in Thai is ดำน้ำdam-náam.

ดำน้ำ dam-náam

to snorkel, to dive verb

  • dam mid
  • náam high
  • High: start high and go a little higher, a bit tense; don’t let it fall.
Parts: ดำdam to go under (also: black) น้ำnáam water

Thais use it for snorkelling and scuba diving alike.

Taught in Unit 21 · Lesson 1: On the island 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:

  • dam nam
  • dum naam

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Unit 21 · Island stories · On the island. Short lessons with audio for every word, speaking practice and spaced review. No sign-up needed.

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