Thai · Nature & Environment
ฝน
fon
Rain
Beginnernoun
Definition
Water that falls from clouds; the rainy season runs roughly May to October.
Example
ฝนตกหนัก เอาร่มไปด้วย
It is raining hard, take an umbrella.
Etymology
'ฝน' (fon) stems from the Old Tai root relating to precipitation. Its usage has remained stable over time, emphasizing the cultural significance of rain.
How & Where It’s Used
'ฝน' is widely used in everyday conversation and writing, appropriate in both formal and informal registers, reflecting the need to discuss weather.