Baht: meaning, definitions and examples
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baht
[ bษหt ]
currency unit
The baht is the official currency of Thailand, denoted by the symbol เธฟ. It is subdivided into 100 satang. The currency is widely used for transactions within the country, and it plays a crucial role in Thailand's economy. The baht is also commonly exchanged in international markets, especially in Southeast Asia, and is recognized by foreign exchange traders.
Examples of usage
- I exchanged my dollars for baht at the airport.
- The price of the meal was about 200 baht.
- Many tourists prefer to pay in baht while traveling in Thailand.
Translations
Translations of the word "baht" in other languages:
๐ต๐น baht
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Baht
๐ฎ๐ฉ baht
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะฐั
๐ต๐ฑ baht
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใ
๐ซ๐ท baht
๐ช๐ธ baht
๐น๐ท baht
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฐํธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุงุช
๐จ๐ฟ baht
๐ธ๐ฐ baht
๐จ๐ณ ๆณฐ้ข
๐ธ๐ฎ baht
๐ฎ๐ธ baht
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ะฑะฐั
๐ฒ๐ฝ baht
Etymology
The term 'baht' originates from the Thai language where it is spelled เธเธฒเธ. It has been in use since the 19th century when Thailand transitioned from using a system based on silver and gold weight to a modern currency system. The baht was officially established as Thailand's currency in 1897. Before this, coinage based on the value of silver was prevalent, and the term was used to refer to various forms of currency. The name 'baht' itself is derived from the Indian 'bhatt,' which refers to weight, emphasizing its origin linked to a weight-based currency system. Over the years, the baht has undergone several changes in design and value, with various coins and banknotes being introduced to reflect Thailand's rich cultural heritage.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #26,703, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 26700 galvanizing
- 26701 sprained
- 26702 multicolored
- 26703 baht
- 26704 unselfishness
- 26705 neigh
- 26706 bubbly
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