Thai · Work & Business
chao nai
Boss
The person in charge at work.
เจ้านายของฉันใจดีมาก
My boss is very kind.
The term 'เจ้านาย' (chao nai) is derived from old Thai, referring to 'master' or 'lord', indicating social hierarchy and respect in cultural contexts.
'เจ้านาย' (chao nai) is used formally to refer to superiors in work settings and is prevalent in both spoken and written Thai.