This is the 185th most frequent Vietnamese word.
thái
"Thái" can mean "state," "style," "attitude," or "Thailand," depending on context.
Here, 'Thái' is used as part of the proper noun 'Thái Lan,' which means Thailand.
Thái Lan là một quốc gia đẹp.
Thailand is a beautiful country.
In this sentence, 'thái' means 'to slice' or 'to chop,' specifically referring to cutting vegetables or similar items.
Cô ấy đang thái rau để nấu ăn.
She is slicing vegetables to cook.
Here, 'thái' is used in the term 'thái quá,' which means 'excessive' or 'extreme.'