Author	Kanda Sindhvananda, author
Title	Some Examples of Semantic Discriminations in Bangkok-Thai : A Guide to Facilitate Orientation for Speakers of English / Kanda Sindhvananda
Imprint	1959
Connect to	https://digiverse.chula.ac.th/Info/item/dc:90044
Descript	286 leaves

Describes the interrelationship of language and culture. Analyzes socially-determined linguistic forms, revealing semantic discriminations of social status, sex, position, social amenities, degrees of politeness, and age levels. Discusses overtones used in interaction between the speaker and the hearer. Illustrates situational usage, background, and cultural meaning of words. Gives history of the Thai language. Discusses methodology used in word selection. Notes that use of guide requires an elementary knowledge of Thai. [TAIC]

1. linguistics
2. social patterns

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