Yes, I know it is a fruit, but the point I find interesting is that though they do not use the term negatively, in a culture that values being polite - it is actually kind of rude and thai will admit that too if confronted...And no, it really is no big deal nor does it bother me much.. It is simply one of many contradictions here.. it is rude to be talking about someone behind their back thinking they will not understand - yes, I speak Thai and for those who do not - a friend on line at 7-11 heard a woman tell her son, if you don't stop crying the farang will hit you.. to which he turned and told the boy, this is not true. I will not hit you.. So, if the people are talking abt the fruit in the mkt - why do I almost never hear them saying "sapporot, sapporot, sapporot" behind my back? Thanks for all prior response and let me know of any other contradictions that you find?
2007-02-14
01:23:28
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