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Lightning, the electrical discharge during thunderstorms. Thai speakers use this when describing weather, especially during rainy season (June-October). Common in weather reports, casual conversation about storms, and when explaining power outages. Often paired with ฟ้าร้อง (thunder) when describing dramatic weather that frequently affects daily life in Thailand.
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