รังแก
rang-kae
The Thai word for bully is รังแก (rang-kae).
In Thai, the term for the act of bullying or mistreating someone is often expressed through the verb รังแก.
Meaning: a person who is intentionally cruel to others (noun)
Which one should you use?
While รังแก is a standard term, ข่มเหงรังแก is a more formal and intense version used to describe severe intimidation or systemic oppression. Additionally, if you need to refer to a person as an offender or an aggressor in a formal setting, you may use ผู้ทำร้าย.
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How does it change in a sentence?
It is important to note that รังแก is primarily used as a verb meaning 'to bully' or 'to mistreat' rather than as a noun for 'a bully'.
How do you pronounce it?
rang-kae
Did you know?
- In traditional Thai social hierarchies, the act of รังแก is often viewed through the lens of 'seniority', where the power dynamic is based on age or rank rather than just personality.
- If a bully's actions escalate to severe psychological or physical harm, Thai shifts from รังแก to the much more intense ทารุณ. This word is closer to the English word 'torture' and implies a violation of human rights.
- The formal phrase ข่มเหงรังแก describes not just individual bullying but is the standard legal and political terminology for 'oppression' or 'abuse of power' by authorities.
