Southeast Asia is perhaps one of the most culinarily diverse regions in the world, with many dishes gaining widespread fame (and sometimes notoriety), and reflecting the cultural exchanges that have influenced the culinary scene here. After all, nestled around one of the most trafficked maritime trade routes, Southeast Asia would have facilitated not only the … Continue reading The etymological mystery behind one of my most favourite dishes
Khmer
The birth of a toneme in Khmer
The languages of Southeast Asia are known for their tones. Sure, there are notable exceptions such as the Austronesian languages spoken in the Malayan Peninsula, but for the majority of languages, including the Kra-Dai languages spoken in Thailand, Laos, and northern Vietnam, Hmong-Mien languages spoken in northern Vietnam and Laos, and the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken … Continue reading The birth of a toneme in Khmer
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