preface
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- 1 preface、foreword、introduction
This word refers to a preface or foreword placed before the main text, especially in books, reports, papers, or other written works.
preface、foreword、introduction
An introductory section before the main text that explains the purpose, background, or overview of a written work.
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เขียนคำนำ khǐan kham nam write a preface เขียนคำนำ details
Learning notes
Explanation
คำ means “word,” and นำ means “to lead,” so คำนำ has the image of words that lead the reader into the main content. It is commonly used for books, reports, academic papers, and formal documents, referring to the section before the main body rather than the main content itself.
Usage
It is used when talking about the structure of written works such as school reports, theses, company reports, books, and textbooks.
Caution
For a casual spoken “let me start with a quick note,” คำนำ can sound too formal. Words such as เกริ่น or ขอเกริ่นก่อน are more natural in conversation.
Differences from similar words
1 preface synonyms
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บทนำ is a broader word for an introduction to a text, presentation, or chapter. คำนำ is more specifically the preface or foreword placed at the beginning of a written work.
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อารัมภบท is a more formal word for an opening section or introductory part. คำนำ is the more common learner-friendly word for a preface or foreword.