Bangkok (en. Bangkok)

/bæŋkɒk/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Capital city of Thailand.
Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world.
Bangkok es una de las ciudades más visitadas del mundo.
Economic and cultural center of Thailand.
The economy of Bangkok is very dynamic thanks to tourism.
La economía de Bangkok es muy dinámica gracias al turismo.
Famous for its temples and nightlife.
The temples in Bangkok are a very important tourist attraction.
Los templos en Bangkok son un atractivo turístico muy importante.

Etymology

The name Bangkok comes from the designation of a small village called Bang Makok, which means 'place of the olive.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Krung Thep
Local name for Bangkok.
Krung Thep
Bangkok never sleeps
Reference to the city's active nightlife.
Bangkok nunca duerme

Related Words

Thailand
Southeast Asian country where Bangkok is located.
Tailandia
Siam
Historical name of Thailand before it was renamed.
Siam

Slang Meanings

Bangkok is a place known for its wild nightlife.
When I was in Bangkok, I experienced an incredible nightlife.
Cuando estuve en Bangkok, experimenté una vida nocturna increíble.
Use of the term to refer to party or uncontrolled situations.
That party was so intense it felt like Bangkok.
Esa fiesta fue tan intensa que parecía Bangkok.