รู้จัก — meaning in English: know

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กระบวนการ

krabuan kan

ลึกลับ

lʉ́k láp

เครียด

khriat

รู้จัก

rūjak

วิธีการ

witi kan

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Usage

Native Thai speakers often use 'รู้จัก' in everyday conversations when introducing people or discussing acquaintances. For example, during a social gathering, someone might say, 'คุณรู้จักเขาไหม?' (Do you know him?), indicating familiarity with someone in the group.

Synonyms & nuances

While 'รู้จัก' emphasizes familiarity or acquaintance, another word, 'เข้าใจ' (khao jai), means 'to understand.' Use 'รู้จัก' when talking about knowing someone personally, and choose 'เข้าใจ' when discussing comprehension or insight into a concept.

Culture

'รู้จัก' comes from the root word 'รู้' meaning 'to know' combined with 'จัก,' which can imply recognition or acquaintance. This word reflects the Thai culture’s emphasis on relationships and social networks, where knowing someone can lead to deeper connections and opportunities.

FAQ

Q.What does the Thai word 'รู้จัก' mean in English?

'รู้จัก' translates to 'know' in English, and it specifically refers to being familiar with someone or something.

Q.How do you use 'รู้จัก' in a sentence?

You can use 'รู้จัก' like this: 'ฉันรู้จักเขา' (I know him), typically followed by the person you are familiar with.

Q.What are common mistakes when using 'รู้จัก'?

A common mistake is conflating 'รู้จัก' with 'รู้' (to know), which is more general. Remember to use 'รู้จัก' specifically for people or personal connections.

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