Hat (Had)
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Pronunciation
haat (short, sharp 't')
Thai script
หาด
Meaning
Beach. Written Hat, Had or Haad in English: Hat Chaweng = Chaweng Beach, Haad Rin = Rin Beach.
When to use it
On maps and signs - and to understand that 'Haad Rin' (Full Moon Party beach) just means Rin Beach.
Summary
Hat is the Thai word for beach; English spellings vary (Hat/Had/Haad) because Thai is transliterated.
Details
Hat is the Thai word for beach; English spellings vary (Hat/Had/Haad) because Thai is transliterated.
Local tips
- Hat Chaweng, Hat Lamai, Haad Rin - all just 'beach' + name
Frequently asked questions
Why is 'beach' spelled Hat, Had and Haad?
All are the same Thai word หาด (beach). Transliteration from Thai to English is not standardised, so spellings vary.
Sources
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