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hǎai-jai
หายใจ
The basic verb for breathing - taking air in and out of your lungs. Thai speakers use this for both conscious breathing (like meditation or exercise) and general breathing. Often combined with other words like หายใจลึกๆ (breathe deeply) or หายใจไม่ออก (can't breathe). Essential for health discussions and yoga classes.
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