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ป่วย

puai

Sick

Beginneradjective

Definition

Ill, not in good health.

Example

ฉันป่วย วันนี้อยู่บ้าน

I am sick, I am staying home today.

Etymology

The adjective 'ป่วย' (puai) has roots in Proto-Tai, relating to illness and health, reflecting a long-standing connection with the concept of sickness.

How & Where It’s Used

'ป่วย' (puai) is informal and predominantly used in spoken language, often in personal or casual conversations about health. It has a consistent usage across all Thai dialects.

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