The first is about titles dealing with status. Since this is a society that has superior and inferior there are titles that go with it. "In general, when referring to individuals, the surname is not used. Rather the first name is used, preceded by Khun; sufficient for men or women, married or unmarried." (1) When I was in Thailand and I met my boyfriend’s parents I referred to them as such. It showed them that I respected them and it helps keep any insults out of the relationship. Another thing that is important in Thai, really most of Asian cultures, culture is having self-control. You should never get angry and yell at a Thai that would be very offensive. "Any display of bad temper (for example raising of the voice) is a reflection only of the lack of self control of the perpetrator. Bad temper will not win respect or, often, action." (1) This is very true and can be seen really in any culture. People without self-control can be seen as a big problem and can cause the problems sometimes too. One more thing to mention is about how Thais feel about the monarchy; Thailand is a constitutional monarchy. "Thais also have a deep respect for the monarchy. Negative comments about the King or royal family are unacceptable. At public events, including movie theaters, everyone is expected to stand for the royal anthem."(1)I have never actually been to a movie theater in Thailand or been there when the royal anthem is played,
The first is about titles dealing with status. Since this is a society that has superior and inferior there are titles that go with it. "In general, when referring to individuals, the surname is not used. Rather the first name is used, preceded by Khun; sufficient for men or women, married or unmarried." (1) When I was in Thailand and I met my boyfriend’s parents I referred to them as such. It showed them that I respected them and it helps keep any insults out of the relationship. Another thing that is important in Thai, really most of Asian cultures, culture is having self-control. You should never get angry and yell at a Thai that would be very offensive. "Any display of bad temper (for example raising of the voice) is a reflection only of the lack of self control of the perpetrator. Bad temper will not win respect or, often, action." (1) This is very true and can be seen really in any culture. People without self-control can be seen as a big problem and can cause the problems sometimes too. One more thing to mention is about how Thais feel about the monarchy; Thailand is a constitutional monarchy. "Thais also have a deep respect for the monarchy. Negative comments about the King or royal family are unacceptable. At public events, including movie theaters, everyone is expected to stand for the royal anthem."(1)I have never actually been to a movie theater in Thailand or been there when the royal anthem is played,