Thai · Nature & Environment

สัตว์

sat

Animal

Beginnernoun

Definition

A living creature such as a dog, bird, or fish.

Example

เด็กๆ ชอบดูสัตว์ที่สวนสัตว์

Children like watching animals at the zoo.

Etymology

'สัตว์' (sat) originates from the Pali word 'satta,' meaning 'being' or 'creature,' showcasing the cultural view of animals as living beings.

How & Where It’s Used

'สัตว์' is appropriate for both spoken and written contexts, used in informative settings like education and wildlife discussions, with a formal register in scientific contexts.

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