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หนัง

nang

Movie

Beginnernoun

Definition

A story shown in moving pictures; also means leather.

Example

เมื่อคืนเราดูหนังสนุกมาก

Last night we watched a really fun movie.

Etymology

The term 'หนัง' (nang) originates from the Old Thai word for 'skin' or 'hide,' eventually evolving to mean 'movie' or 'film' in contemporary usage, reflecting the significance of visual storytelling.

How & Where It’s Used

Widely used in informal and formal contexts related to film and entertainment, 'หนัง' can be found in spoken and written language, and is understood throughout Thailand.

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