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Siam

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Siam (name) means the historical name of Thailand, a country in Southeast Asia, used until 1939. Example: “The old maps still labeled the country Siam.”

name

The historical name of Thailand, a country in Southeast Asia, used until 1939.

"The old maps still labeled the country Siam."

How to use Siam

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe former name of what is now Thailand.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with "Siamese," the adjective describing things related to Siam/Thailand.

Easily confused with

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Etymology

From Portuguese, ultimately from the Thai name for the region.

Origin: Portuguese

Rhymes for Siam

Liam Priam Miriam Myriam William Gilliam

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Siam” mean?

The word “Siam” means the historical name of Thailand, a country in Southeast Asia, used until 1939. In plain terms, the former name of what is now Thailand.

How do you pronounce “Siam”?

“Siam” is pronounced seye-AM (/saɪˈæm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Siam” in a sentence?

Here is “Siam” used in a sentence: “The old maps still labeled the country Siam.”

What part of speech is “Siam”?

“Siam” is a name.

Where does the word “Siam” come from?

The word “Siam” comes from Portuguese. From Portuguese, ultimately from the Thai name for the region.

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