หยก
yòk/jok̚˨˩/
The English word jade is translated into Thai as หยก (yòk).
หยก refers to the gemstone jade.
Meaning: gem (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is yòk.
Did you know?
- The linguistic connection between Thai, Khmer, and Indonesian via this word illustrates the historic trade routes used for precious stones in the region.
- In Thailand, the color of หยก is often associated with purity and longevity, making it a common gift for elders during significant birthdays.
- In Thai literature, หยก is frequently used as a metaphor for a person of noble character or unwavering integrity.
Examples in context
- แหวนวงนี้ทำจากหยกwaen wong ni tham chak yokThis ring is made of jade.
- เขาชอบสะสมหยกสีเขียวkhao chop sasom yok si khiaoHe likes collecting green jade.
- หยกมีราคาแพงมากyok mi rakha phaeng makJade is very expensive.
Example conversation
At a jewelry shop, a woman is looking at a necklace.
- วิทวัส Witthawatสร้อยเส้นนี้เป็นหยกแท้ไหมครับsoi sen ni pen yok thae mai khrapIs this necklace real jade?
- ณิชา Nichaใช่ค่ะ เป็นหยกคุณภาพดีมากchai kha, pen yok khunnaphap di makYes, it is very high quality jade.
- วิทวัส Witthawatราคาเท่าไหร่ครับrakha thao rai khrapHow much is it?
- ณิชา Nichaราคาห้าพันบาทค่ะrakha ha phan bat khaThe price is five thousand baht.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jade” translations and entries หยก, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries หยก, CC BY-SA 4.0.
