Tai
- adjective
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- Many Tai languages share common grammatical features.
Examples
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He is studying the traditional music of various Tai groups.
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The Tai scripts have influenced writing systems in several Southeast Asian countries.
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The Tai culture is rich in traditions.
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Many Tai languages are spoken in Thailand.
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Many Tai languages are spoken by millions of people across Southeast Asia.
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The Tai peoples have a vibrant culture that includes unique festivals and art.
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Cultural exchanges between the various Tai groups have enriched their traditions.
Compounds
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A slow, gentle Chinese exercise that uses smooth movements to relax and improve balance
A Tai language spoken in northern Vietnam by people living along the Red and Black rivers
- Specialized
A language of the Tai family spoken in northern Myanmar, especially Kachin and Sagaing
Slow flowing Chinese exercises that help relax the body, calm the mind, and improve balance
- Specialized
A group of Tai languages spoken in southern Thailand, especially in Surat Thani and Chumphon
Surface Forms
Etymology
Tai as an adjective comes from the same self-name meaning 'people' or 'free', so something described as Tai belongs to or comes from the Tai peoples, their languages, or their culture.