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Wai Etiquette in Thailand: When and How to Greet

Last Updated on September 21, 2026 by Jeff Tomas The wai is Thailand’s traditional greeting, but it’s more than a simple hello. The position of your hands, the depth of your bow, and the age or social position of the person you’re greeting all influence how you use it. A modest wai can show politeness […] The post Wai Etiquette in Thailand: When and How to Greet first appeared on Chiang Rai Times…

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