kra-dai

Questions

What does kra-dai mean?

A major language family spoken in large parts of Southeast Asia.

Where does kra-dai come from?

From Kra + Dai, the names of the two branches of the family. Coined by Thai linguist Weera Ostapirat in 1999.

How to pronounce kra-dai

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “kra-dai”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “kra-dai”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “kra-dai” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.