Thai · Nature & Environment
แมว
maeo
Cat
Beginnernoun
Definition
A small pet animal; the Siamese cat originated in Thailand.
Example
แมวนอนอยู่ใต้โต๊ะ
The cat is sleeping under the table.
Etymology
'แมว' (maeo) descends from the Old Thai root for feline creatures. The term reflects the role of cats as companions within Thai households.
How & Where It’s Used
'แมว' is informally used in spoken language, particularly in homes and among children, but it also appears in written forms when discussing pets.