Ao
Reviewed by the Samui Local Hub team ·
Pronunciation
ow (like 'ow!' that hurt)
Thai script
อ่าว
Meaning
Bay. Seen in place names like Ao Nang - and useful when reading Gulf of Thailand ferry and map names.
When to use it
Reading maps and boat route names around Samui, Phangan and the mainland coast.
Summary
Ao is the Thai word for bay.
Details
Ao is the Thai word for bay.
Local tips
- Ao = bay; common in coastal place names
Frequently asked questions
What does Ao mean in Thai place names?
'Ao' (อ่าว) means bay - for example Ao Nang on the mainland coast.
Sources
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