A word-for-word translation can be used in the Thai language. Usually, this technique is called a literal translation which gives a much deeper understanding of the cultural roots from which Thai language grows.

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ปั๊มน้ำมัน

bpám náam man

Gas station

หมวกกันน็อค

mùuak gan nók

Helmet

ครีมกันแดด

kreem gan dàet

Sun screen

ยาแก้ปวด

yaa gâe bpùuat

Pain killers

ห้องนั่งเล่น

hông nâng lên

Living room

หมวกคลุมผม

mùuak klum pŏm

Shower cap

โทรศัพท์มือถือ

toh-rá-sàp meu tĕu

Mobile phone

ผ้าปูที่นอน

pâa bpoo têe non

Bed sheet

คนขับรถ

kon kàp rót

Driver

ดูถูก

doo tòok

Look down; insult

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