Siamese is an architectural style that originated in the region now known as Thailand and dates back to the thirteenth century. Siamese architecture is characterized by its intricate, ornamented and decorative motifs and its use of stucco and terracotta, as well as its use of natural materials such as wood, stone, and clay. In Siamese architecture, roofs are often steep with multiple tiers, and the walls are adorned with ornate carvings and decorations. Siamese architecture also features a number of religious structures, such as temples, shrines and pagodas, which are often surrounded by elaborate gardens and courtyards. Siamese architecture is also known for its use of curved lines, which create a sense of movement and energy.
Terracotta, Ornamentation, Stucco, Pagodas, Courtyards
Siamese is a term used to refer to the people and culture of Thailand, the Siam Kingdom located in Southeast Asia. Native speakers of Thai, the country's official language, often refer to themselves as Siamese. A variety of names and titles are used to express the concept of Siamese in other languages, including สยาม (Sayam) in Thai, ไทย (Thai) in Lao, ไท้ (Tai) in Shan, แซม (Saem) in Khmer, ไทย (Thai) in Malay, Pasisia in Javanese, សីមាស (Siemas) in Cambodian, ไทเป (Taipe) in Burmese, சியமீஸ் (Siymis) in Tamil, සියමීස් (Siymis) in Sinhala, சியாமிஸ் (Siymis) in Telugu, સિયામીસ (Siymis) in Gujarati, ਸਿਆਮੀਸ (Siymis) in Punjabi, ಸಿಯಾಮಿಸ್ (Siymis) in Kannada, and 暹 (Siyan) in Chinese.
Thai, Lao, Shan, Khmer, Malay, Javanese, Cambodian, Burmese, Tamil, Sinhala, Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi, Kannada, Chinese
Classifying the word Siamese as a proper noun, its synonyms would be Thais, Thai, and Siamese Twins. An antonym for the word Siamese is non-Thai. Cognates of the word Siamese include siamoises (Portuguese), Siam (Catalan), and siameses (Spanish). Variants of the word Siamese include Siam (Old French), Schyam (Old High German), and Syam (Old Norse).
Etymology Morphology Siamese Language Thai Origins Lexicology
The word ‘Siamese’ is used to refer to things from or related to the Southeast Asian country now known as Thailand, which was formerly known as Siam. Originally, the term ‘Siamese’ was used to refer specifically to the Siamese cats which were imported from Siam (Thailand) to the United Kingdom in the 19th century. From there, the term was picked up and expanded to refer to all of the people, culture, language, and political structure associated with Siam. Starting as a foreign term in its original form, ‘Siamese’ underwent a process of linguistic evolution and historical refinement, as well as morphological and grammatical alterations, until it became a distinctly Thai word to refer to the Thai people and their culture. Within the context of its use, ‘Siamese’ generally has a connotation of exoticism and foreignness, which has been underscored by its employment in popular culture since the late 19th century.
Etymology, Morphology, Thais, Linguistic, Southeast Asia
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The Siamese cat is a breed of cat originating in Thailand, formerly known as Siam. It is one of the oldest known breeds of domestic cats and is characterized by a slender body, almond-shaped eyes, a triangular head, large ears, and a short, pointed muzzle. They are known to be intelligent and active cats and generally have a sociable disposition. They come in four main colors: seal, chocolate, blue and lilac. Siamese cats are highly vocal and may meow frequently, as well as making a range of other vocalizations.
Siamese cats, feline, breed, Thailand, Siam, cats, domestication, intelligence, active, sociable, colors, vocalizations.
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