หมวก
hat
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- 1 hat、cap、headwear
This is the general everyday word for something worn on the head. By itself, it usually means a hat or cap; additional words specify a particular type or purpose.
hat、cap、headwear
Something worn on the head for shade, appearance, uniforms, protection, or a similar purpose.
Learning notes
Explanation
หมวก is the basic noun for headwear of various shapes and purposes. When used alone, it usually refers to an ordinary hat or cap. ใส่หมวก is the natural everyday way to say “wear or put on a hat.” สวมหมวก has the same basic meaning but is somewhat more formal and is common in written instructions. “Take off a hat” is ถอดหมวก. Specific types are usually named by adding another word after หมวก. The usual classifier is ใบ, as in หมวกหนึ่งใบ, “one hat.”
Usage
It is common when talking about sun protection, fashion, uniforms, sports, and protective equipment. You will often hear it while shopping for hats or discussing helmet use when riding a motorcycle.
Caution
By itself, หมวก usually means a hat in a general sense. When a protective helmet is specifically intended, use a more precise term such as หมวกกันน็อก.