Thai · Nature & Environment

ฝน

fon

Rain

Beginnernoun

Definition

Water that falls from clouds; the rainy season runs roughly May to October.

Example

ฝนตกหนัก เอาร่มไปด้วย

It is raining hard, take an umbrella.

Etymology

'ฝน' (fon) stems from the Old Tai root relating to precipitation. Its usage has remained stable over time, emphasizing the cultural significance of rain.

How & Where It’s Used

'ฝน' is widely used in everyday conversation and writing, appropriate in both formal and informal registers, reflecting the need to discuss weather.

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