ประวัติศาสตร์

Definition

The study of past events, or the events themselves.

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Etymology

The word 'ประวัติศาสตร์' (prawattisat) is formed from 'ประวัติ' (prawatti, meaning 'history') and 'ศาสตร์' (sat, meaning 'science or knowledge'). This compound reflects Thailand's historical scholarship and the formal study of history.

How & Where It’s Used

A formal term used in academic and educational contexts, 'ประวัติศาสตร์' appears in both spoken discussions and written academic texts, consistent across Thai regions.

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