Terminology for transfeminine individuals in Thailand varies significantly based on personal identity:
: An ancient term, historically referring to a "third gender". While some reclaim it with pride, others find it pejorative or outdated.
: Translates simply to "woman". Many Thai trans women prefer this term, or Sao Praphet Song ("second kind of woman"), to emphasize their female identity rather than a separate third-gender category. Cultural Significance
Terminology for transfeminine individuals in Thailand varies significantly based on personal identity:
: An ancient term, historically referring to a "third gender". While some reclaim it with pride, others find it pejorative or outdated.
: Translates simply to "woman". Many Thai trans women prefer this term, or Sao Praphet Song ("second kind of woman"), to emphasize their female identity rather than a separate third-gender category. Cultural Significance