Thai · Body & Health

ท้อง

thong

Stomach; belly

Beginnernoun

Definition

The belly; puat thong means stomach ache.

Example

ฉันปวดท้องหลังกินข้าว

My stomach hurts after eating.

Etymology

The term 'ท้อง' (thong) originates from Old Thai with roots in Southeast Asian languages, referring to the belly or stomach. Its meaning and usage have remained relatively stable over time.

How & Where It’s Used

'ท้อง' (thong) is used informally in spoken language, often in health-related contexts. It can also appear in written forms, such as medical documentation.

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