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23 cze 2022 · Greetings in Thailand are usually accompanied by the gesture known as a ‘wai’ (pronounced ‘why’). This is the placing together of both palms, with fingertips held at varying levels according to the person in front of you (which will be explained in more detail as this is the complicated bit).
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The Thai greeting referred to as the wai (Thai: ไหว้, pronounced [wâːj]) consists of a slight bow, with the palms pressed together in a prayer-like fashion. It has its origin in the Indian Añjali Mudrā, like the Indian namaste and Burmese mingalaba.
17 paź 2022 · The Royal Society’s Thai dictionary (2011) defines the word wai as “a gesture to show respect by putting hands together”, and at its core, that is exactly what wai is – a gesture of respect, even though it is often associated with greeting by foreigners.
8 sie 2023 · The wai is a Thai gesture that involves placing your palms together in a prayer-like manner, with the tips of the thumbs positioned at a level between the chin and the eyebrows, accompanied by a slight bow of the head.
In Thailand, the wai gesture stands as a quintessential symbol of the country’s rich cultural heritage and its deep-seated tradition of hospitality. This graceful gesture, performed by pressing the palms together in a prayer-like fashion and bowing the head slightly, is more than just a greeting.
15 maj 2018 · The Thai greeting. Thais are receptive to the Western practice of handshaking, and will often do so to make Westerners feel more comfortable, but a tradition that has permeated into all aspects of 21st century culture is the wai. Used when greeting one another, to say goodbye, or show respect, gratitude, or apology, the hands are placed ...
Not only does the Wai serve as a greeting, but it’s also a gesture of respect and a window into the warm and welcoming nature of Thai culture. This guide will walk you through the key aspects of the ‘Wai,’ helping you navigate Thai social norms with ease and confidence.
