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ข่าว
khao
News
Beginnernoun
Definition
Reports about recent events.
Example
ฉันดูข่าวทุกเย็น
I watch the news every evening.
Etymology
The term 'ข่าว' (khao), meaning 'news,' is derived from the Thai verb 'ข่าว' (khao, meaning 'to inform or report'). It highlights the importance of communication in Thai society.
How & Where It’s Used
Primarily used in formal and informal contexts related to media and journalism, 'ข่าว' appears in both spoken and written forms, widely understood across all regions of Thailand.