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  • Lesson 149: How Thailand Celebrates Songkran—From Chiang Mai to the Sea
    Apr 10 2025

    Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you!


    Ever wondered how Songkran is celebrated beyond Bangkok? 🌊 In this episode of Learn Thai with Ling, Anchisa invites two special guests—Jomm from Chiang Mai and Ananda from Pangnga—to share how their hometowns uniquely celebrate the Thai New Year. From temple traditions and water fights in the North to ancestor worship and sea rituals in the South, you'll hear personal stories, local phrases, and surprising cultural details that make Songkran special across Thailand.


    💡 Highlights:

    • สงกรานต์ (Songkran) – Thai New Year and water festival tradition 💦
    • Mahom fabric fashion and temple visits in Northern Thailand 🧵
    • Ancestor worship and Sea Gypsy customs in the South 🌊
    • Regional greetings and how locals say "Happy Songkran!" in their dialects 🗣️
    • Songkran’s origin from India and its recognition as a World Heritage celebration 🌏
    • Tips on water-splashing etiquette and cultural respect during the festival 🙏


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  • Lesson 148: Unique Thai Habits You Won’t See Anywhere Else!
    Mar 13 2025

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    Why do Thai people ask ‘Have you eaten yet?’ instead of ‘How are you?’ 🍚 And why do we almost never honk the car horn? In this episode of Learn Thai with Ling, into everyday Thai habits you won’t see anywhere else! From planning the next meal while still eating to using plastic bags for drinks, these quirks make Thailand one of the most interesting places in the world.


    💡 Highlights:

    • กินข้าวหรือยัง (gin khâao rʉ̌ʉ yang)? – The Thai way to say hello!
    • Why Thai people always plan their next meal 🍜
    • Why we rarely honk the car horn while driving 🚗🔇
    • The art of ไหว้ (wâi) – when and how to use it 🙏
    • Why Thai people use plastic bags for drinks 🥤
    • The secret behind Thai nicknames


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    7 m
  • Lesson 147: How Thais Celebrate Valentine’s Day
    Feb 13 2025

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    💘 Love is in the air! In this Valentine’s Day episode of Learn Thai with Ling, explores how Thais celebrate romance, from Bangkok’s 'District of Love' to temple prayers for a soulmate. Learn Thai love phrases like ฉันรักคุณ (chǎn rák kun) and discover unique traditions like love locks and skyrocketing rose prices. Whether you're in Thailand or just love Thai culture, tune in for a sweet and fun-filled episode!


    💡 Highlights:


    • The meaning of Valentine’s Day (วันวาเลนไทน์, wan waa-len-thai) in Thailand
    • The 'District of Love' (บางรัก, Bang Rak) and why couples rush to get married here
    • Thai Valentine’s gifts: กุหลาบ (gù-làap), ช็อกโกแลต (chók-ko-làet), and ตุ๊กตา (dtúk-gà-dtaa)
    • Fun Thai love phrases to impress your special someone
    • The temple where people pray for love!

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  • Lesson 146: Pay, Pray, Play: Celebrating Chinese New Year in Thailand
    Jan 28 2025

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    In this festive episode of Learn Thai with Ling, Anchisa explores the rich traditions of Chinese New Year (ตรุษจีน, Trut Jeen) in Thailand. Discover the significance of the three key days—Pay Day, Pray Day, and Play Day—and learn useful Thai phrases like อั่งเปา (Ang-Pao) and ซินเจียยู่อี่ ซินนี้ฮวดไช้ (Xin Jia Yu Yi, Xin Ni Huat Chai). From cleaning homes and honoring ancestors to lion dances in เยาวราช (Yaowarat), Bangkok’s Chinatown, this episode captures the vibrant blend of Chinese and Thai cultures.


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    Highlights:

    • What is ตรุษจีน (Trut Jeen)?
    • The three key days: Pay Day, Pray Day, and Play Day
    • Thai phrases for the season: สีแดง (sĭi daeng), อั่งเปา (ang-pao), เป็ดย่าง (bpèt yâang)
    • The lively celebrations in Bangkok’s Chinatown

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  • Lesson 145: From Pad Thai to Thai Phrases: Dieu's Journey to Thailand
    Dec 30 2024

    Hello, It's Dieu from Ling here to share another story with you!


    In this special “foreigner takeover” episode of Learn Thai with Ling, meet Dieu, a digital nomad from Vietnam whose Thai adventure started… with food! From bingeing at Thai restaurants every weekend to learning Thai during quarantine, Dieu shares hilarious stories of navigating the language, traveling around Bangkok and Chiang Mai, and why "Mai dai ben kon Thai ka" (I’m not Thai) became her survival phrase! 🌏

    Discover the unexpected challenges of learning Thai script, how music and dramas kept her motivated, and why Chiang Mai feels like home for so many nomads. Plus, hear her top tips for practicing Thai at street food stalls and why even small language efforts make a big difference in the Land of Smiles.

    Spoiler alert: Dieu's dad thought Thai script looked like worms! 🐛


    Highlights:

    • Dieu’s quarantine journey into learning Thai through music and language app
    • Bangkok’s temple-to-rooftop-bar vibes 🌇
    • Why Chiang Mai is the ultimate digital nomad paradise 🧑‍💻
    • Street food, secret lunch spots, and how to practice Thai daily
    • Laugh-out-loud moments of being mistaken for a local!


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    11 m
  • Lesson 144: Loy Krathong: A Magical Night in Thailand
    Nov 15 2024

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    In this episode of Learn Thai with Ling, join me, Anchisa, as I'll take you into the enchanting world of Loy Krathong, Thailand’s festival of lights. Discover why people float krathongs on the water, the history of honoring the water goddess Phra Mae Khongkha, and how to say "Happy Loy Krathong!" in Thai. Learn fun facts, like how Ling’s team celebrates Loy Krathong by making krathongs together in the office, and dive into vocabulary for krathong decorations and well-wishing phrases to make the most of this special festival. Plus, hear about Ling’s biggest Black Friday deal coming soon!


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    Highlights:

    • Meaning of Loy Krathong (ลอยกระทง) and its traditions
    • Vocabulary for flowers (ดอกไม้, dòk máai), candles (เทียน, tian), and incense (ธูป, thûup)
    • Ling team’s tradition of making krathongs together in the office
    • Regional celebration of Yee Peng (ยี่เป็ง) and floating lanterns (โคมลอย, kohm loy)
    • How to say "Happy Loy Krathong" – สุขสันต์วันลอยกระทง (sùk sǎn wan loy krà-thong)
    • Tips on etiquette, making wishes, and a sneak peek at our Black Friday deal


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  • Lesson 143: Foreigner Takeover: My Journey to Thailand – A Special Episode with Nana
    Nov 1 2024

    Hello, It's Nana from Ling here to share another story with you!


    In this special “foreigner takeover” episode of Learn Thai with Ling, join Nana from Ling as Anchisa hands over the mic to a colleague who shares their unique experience coming to Thailand for the first time. Hear firsthand about the excitement, challenges, and surprises of preparing for a trip to Thailand, navigating the local culture, and picking up essential Thai phrases like “Hello” (สวัสดี, sawasdee) and “Thank you” (ขอบคุณ, khàawp khun). From their first impressions of Chiang Mai to practical tips for anyone planning their own Thai adventure, this episode is a refreshing, insightful look into Thailand through the eyes of a newcomer. Perfect for anyone curious about what it's like to step into Thai culture for the first time!


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    Highlights:

    • Nana introduces a special “foreigner takeover” episode.
    • First-time traveler shares preparations and motivations for visiting Thailand.
    • Essential Thai phrases to know before your trip.
    • Initial thoughts and feelings upon arriving in Chiang Mai.
    • Tips and recommendations for new travelers to Thailand.


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  • Lesson 142: Moo Deng: Thailand’s Viral Hippo and Thai Culture Fun
    Oct 10 2024

    Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you!


    In this playful episode of "Learn Thai with Ling," host Anchisa dives into the viral story of Moo Deng (หมูเด้ง), the hippo whose name means “bouncy pork” in Thai. Explore how this quirky name reflects Thai humor, and learn fun Thai words related to animals, viral fame, and everyday culture. Get a lighthearted look at how Thais name their animals and express an easygoing lifestyle through language!


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    Highlights:

    • หมูเด้ง (Moo Deng) – Learn why this viral hippo’s name translates to “bouncy pork” and what it says about Thai humor.
    • สบายๆ (sà-baai sà-baai) – Explore the easygoing nature of Thai culture and how Moo Deng became a symbol of it.
    • ไวรัล (wai-rán) – Learn the Thai word for "viral" and how to talk about internet fame in Thai.
    • น่ารัก (nâa rák) – Express cuteness in Thai with this essential word used for adorable animals like Moo Deng.
    • สวนสัตว์ (sŭan sàt) – Discover the Thai word for "zoo" and how to say "Moo Deng at the zoo" in Thai.


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