A foreign man sparked a social media frenzy after showing off his new Thai tattoo, only for eagle-eyed netizens to point out a major mix-up.

 

The man shared the inked message on the Reddit platform last week, using the handle thirstyfridays, claiming it said “love, peace, and harmony.” But, in a twist of culinary confusion, the Thai words “แกงเขียวหวานเผ็ดไก่” (Kaeng Khiao Wan Ped Kai), actually translates to “spicy green curry with chicken,” not quite the sentiment he intended.

 

In his post, the man flaunted his new body art with a proud caption but Thai users were quick to correct him. The phrase “แกงเขียวหวานเผ็ดไก่” (Kaeng Khiao Wan Ped Kai) is a beloved dish in Thailand, especially popular among tourists. Most restaurants even tone down the spice for their foreign clientele.

 

Despite the mix-up, the man did share that he had tasted the authentic version of this fiery dish at a beachfront eatery in Ban Saray, Chon Buri province. He responded to one user in the comments.

 

“It (spicy green curry with chicken) was one of the spiciest meals I’ve ever eaten. It was at a Bang Saray beachfront restaurant made from an old boat.”

 

Even though the spelling of the words is correct, the phrasing is not typical in Thai said one user.

“I’m so sorry to be that guy but that’s not how Thai people refer to the dish. I’m Thai and never in my life have I called green curry “แกงเขียวหวานเผ็ดไก่” (Kaeng Khiao Wan Ped Kai). We just call it “แกงเขียวหวานไก่” (Gaeng Khiao Wan Kai). But at least the spelling is correct.”

 

The foreigner might have left the restaurant with a little more than just a full belly, he’s now got a spicy reminder on his arm.

 

Previous tattoo mishaps

 

This man is fortunate to have correct spelling, unlike a French boxer who made headlines in several Thai media outlets in June 2022. The boxer, Jimmy Vienot, showed his tattoo on Instagram with the caption “Muay Thai.”

 

Unfortunately, the word on his arm was misspelt. For Muay Thai, the first letter should be “ม” (M) but Vienot’s tattoo used “ฆ” (Kh). While the letter “ฆ” has a similar “K” sound, it changes the meaning to “Thai penis” instead of “Thai boxing.”

 

Another foreign man shared his unexpected tattoo experience in Thailand on a Facebook group. He admitted that he had been very drunk and passed out, only to wake up with strange Thai words tattooed on his chest. He asked netizens to help translate it.

 

After several attempts by foreign netizens, Thai speakers finally provided the correct translation, revealing that his tattoo said “ฉันล่อกระเทย”, which means “I had sex with a ladyboy.”

 

By Petch Petpailin

Photo by thirstyfridays via Reddit

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-10-16

 

 

Seems like the tattoo artist are having a field day with foreigner who whish to have tattoos. 🤣

Sounds like justification to file civil suit against the tattoo guy for all of those cases. Since surely the tattoo man knew what he was writing when it did it. 

9 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Seems like the tattoo artist are having a field day with foreigner who whish to have tattoos. 🤣

If he Indian that reads ok 😀

At least now he can walk into and Thai restuarant and show the tattoo instead of having to ask for the dish.

Round robin story

Doesn't look like a new tattoo as his arm hair is quite long in the area they would have shaved to do the tattoo and the tattoo isn't raised on the skin.

Looks more like someone has written it with a black felt pen .

‘Love, peace, and curry’

 

Sorry cannot see the problem, my sentiments to a 'Tee'

No ragrets

5 hours ago, thesetat2013 said:

Sounds like justification to file civil suit against the tattoo guy for all of those cases. Since surely the tattoo man knew what he was writing when it did it. 

I wouldn't bet on that with the Thai education system.

LOL! I really loved that one! It is perfect!🤣🤣🤣

I have seen no regerts and many ugly face tattoos, what a world we live in.

CRAZY!

When i was a kid, tattoos were reserves for drunken sailors and women of ill repute.

 

Today i feel i'm the only man on the planet  to be ink free.

 

I told all my kids, pierce what you want but don't ink it.

 

Of course all three of them totally ignored dad's advise.

 

I'm thinking of investing in tattoo removal stores, pretty sure thats going to be a thing