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ความหมาย

Pronunciation

khwaammǎay

ความหมาย

khwaammǎay

meaning

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  1. 1 meaning、sense (of a word or expression)
  2. 2 significance、meaning (personal value or purpose)

This noun refers to what something means or to the significance it holds for someone.

1

meaning、sense (of a word or expression)

Noun⭐️4 Often used

The meaning conveyed by a word, symbol, action, or other form of expression.

2

significance、meaning (personal value or purpose)

Noun⭐️3 Common

The significance or personal value that something has, such as a relationship, experience, or purpose in life.

Learning notes

Explanation

ความหมาย is a standard noun used in both conversation and writing. ความ forms abstract nouns; combined with หมาย, it gives the noun meaning. Useful patterns include ความหมายของ… for “the meaning of…” and มีความหมายว่า… for “means….” For example, คำนี้มีความหมายว่าอะไร asks “What does this word mean?” For personal significance, ของขวัญชิ้นนี้มีความหมายกับฉันมาก means “This gift means a lot to me.” ชีวิตที่มีความหมาย means “a meaningful life.” When counting meanings, ความหมาย can also follow the number: คำนี้มีสองความหมาย means “This word has two meanings.”

Usage

Use it to ask about vocabulary, explain what a text or symbol means, or discuss the message behind a gesture. It is also common when talking about treasured gifts, memories, relationships, or a sense of purpose in work and life.

Caution

ความหมาย is a noun. To clarify “What I mean is…,” use the verb หมายถึง, as in ฉันหมายถึง…. ไม่มีความหมาย can mean “has no significance” or “means nothing.” Applied to a person or relationship, it can sound strongly dismissive.

Differences from similar words

1 meaning synonyms

  • คำจำกัดความ is a definition that specifies what a term or concept means. ความหมาย is broader and also covers the meaning conveyed by everyday language or actions.

  • คำแปล is a translation: a rendering in another language. ความหมาย is the meaning itself, whether or not it is translated.

2 significance synonyms

  • ความสำคัญ emphasizes importance, such as how much something matters because of its role or impact. ความหมาย often emphasizes meaningfulness or personal significance.

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