thailand
word
/ˈtaɪˌɫænd/
TY-land
/ˈtaɪˌlænd/
TY-land
Definition
Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia, known for its beautiful beaches, rich culture, and delicious food. Its capital city is Bangkok.
Usage & Nuances
Always capitalized as it is a country name. Can refer to the nation, its people, or sometimes its cuisine ("Thailand cuisine" less common than "Thai food"). 'Thailand' is only used as a noun and not as an adjective—instead, use 'Thai'.
Spanish: TailandiaPortuguese (BR): TailândiaPortuguese (PT): TailândiaChinese (Simplified): 泰国Chinese (Traditional): 泰國Hindi: थाईलैंडArabic: تايلاندBengali: থাইল্যান্ডRussian: ТаиландJapanese: タイVietnamese: Thái LanKorean: 태국Turkish: TaylandUrdu: تھائی لینڈIndonesian: Thailand
Example Sentences
My friend moved to Thailand for work last year.
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If you love spicy food, you’ll love Thailand.
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I want to visit Thailand one day.
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Thailand is famous for its beaches.
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Bangkok is the capital of Thailand.
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Have you ever tried street food in Thailand?
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