A Critical of Pali Language in Thai Language

Abstract

This research article focuses on presenting the Pali usage in Thai language found in both academic and everyday life, especially communication by speaking and writing, which appeares a lot of Pali words, because Thai people have received Pali then mixed with local Thai language because Thai people have accepted Buddhism as their principal religion since ancient. On the other hand, Thais also use Pali to give the name of persons because if their name is appropriate for the character and manners of each person then their name will become important and identity of them. They believe that it can bring happiness directly and indirectly. An analysis of Pali words used in Thai language in present is very useful for Thai speakers to talk and communicate in Thai language in daily life correctly and confidently, such as the word ‘kay’ etc. Therefore, learning Pali and Thai in deep details, knowing the term roots, its etymology and meanings will provide most value for the studies.