"Ladyboy" is a common term in Thailand and surrounding areas (Cambodia, Laos) for kathoey or katoey , which refers to people assigned male at birth who identify as transgender women or effeminate men.
Ladyboys are generally considered a natural, integrated part of society in Thailand, a perception deeply rooted in Buddhist teachings of kindness and karma.
While the term "ladyboy" is common in tourism, the broader Thai term often used is gatey or catey , which can refer to a spectrum of feminine gender expression, including transgender women.
Many ladyboys work in entertainment, particularly in cabaret shows such as the Alcazar Cabaret in Pattaya.
"Ladyboy" is a common term in Thailand and surrounding areas (Cambodia, Laos) for kathoey or katoey , which refers to people assigned male at birth who identify as transgender women or effeminate men.
Ladyboys are generally considered a natural, integrated part of society in Thailand, a perception deeply rooted in Buddhist teachings of kindness and karma.
While the term "ladyboy" is common in tourism, the broader Thai term often used is gatey or catey , which can refer to a spectrum of feminine gender expression, including transgender women.
Many ladyboys work in entertainment, particularly in cabaret shows such as the Alcazar Cabaret in Pattaya.