Outrageous Thai (9780804848121)

Learn the colorful slang, insults, curses and everyday expressions that bring spoken Thai to life.

Outrageous Thai is a fun and practical guide to the colorful side of the Thai language. Beyond standard travel phrases, it explores the slang, playful insults, strong language and everyday expressions you'll hear in real conversations throughout Thailand. Along the way, it explains when these phrases are appropriate—and when they're definitely not!

Whether you want to understand what people are really saying, recognize common slang, or simply appreciate the humor and creativity of colloquial Thai, this compact guide provides hundreds of expressions with clear explanations of their meaning and cultural context.

This Thai phrasebook features:

• Hundreds of slang expressions, insults and colorful phrases organized by topic.
• Explanations of usage, context and Thai culture.
• Written Thai script, Romanized Thai and English translations for every entry.
• A compact format that's ideal for travelers, students and long-term residents.

About the Author:
T. F. Rhoden was a student and United States Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand.