No. 145 in Thai
เห
The Thai word "เห" is an informal interjection used to express curiosity, questioning, or surprise, similar to "huh?" or "eh?" in English.
In a sentence
เขาเห็บหมาเดินอยู่บนถนน.
He saw a dog walking on the street.
In this sentence, 'เห' is used as part of the verb 'เห็น' (to see) in a colloquial or contracted form often found in certain regional dialects of Thai.
ร้านนี้มีลูกแมวขายที่ดูเหมากันมาก.
This store sells kittens that look very alike.
The word 'เห' appears here in the term 'เหมาะกัน' (to be alike), indicating resemblance or similarity.
เพลงนี้ฟังแล้วรู้สึกเห่อดีนะ.
This song gives off a very cheerful vibe when listened to.
Here, 'เห' contributes to the word 'เห่อ' (to feel upbeat or enthusiastic), conveying a vibrant mood.
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