thailändisch
Thai
Refers to the country Thailand, its inhabitants, its language, or its culture.
EXAMPLE
Wir gehen heute Abend in ein thailändisches Restaurant.
We're going to a Thai restaurant this evening.
thailändisch
Thai
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Meanings
Usage tips
Word formation
Adjectives for countries or regions in German are often formed with the ending '-isch'. 'Thailändisch' (Thai) is derived directly from the country name 'Thailand'.
EXAMPLE
Die thailändische Kultur ist sehr faszinierend.
Thai culture is very fascinating.
Capitalization for the language
When 'thailändisch' (Thai) is used as a noun for the language, it is capitalized. In all other cases, for example before a noun, it is written in lowercase.
EXAMPLE
Sie lernt seit einem Jahr Thailändisch.
She has been learning Thai for a year.
Typical collocations
'Thailändisch' (Thai) is used especially often in connection with food and culture. Typical combinations are 'thailändische Küche' (Thai cuisine), 'thailändisches Curry' (Thai curry), or 'thailändische Massage' (Thai massage).
EXAMPLE
Ich liebe scharfes thailändisches Essen.
I love spicy Thai food.
In real life
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