Shopping and money ชุดว่ายน้ำ chút-wâai-náam
swimsuit noun
- chút high
- wâai falling
- náam high
- High: start high and go a little higher, a bit tense; don’t let it fall.
- Falling: start high and drop clearly, like a firm “No!”
Parts: ชุดchút outfit ว่ายน้ำwâai-náam to swim
How to use it
Many Thais swim in a T-shirt and shorts, especially at the beach, and going topless is frowned upon. Condo and hotel pools usually ask for proper swimwear. Out of the water, cover up before you walk into town, a shop or a temple.
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:
- chut wai nam
- chud waai naam
- choot wai nam
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