The word 'มาก (mâak)' is frequently used in Thai to intensify an action or a characteristic, akin to the English expressions 'very' or 'much'. It is positioned after adjectives or verbs in a sentence to denote a greater degree or extent. This term is versatile as it can be paired with a wide array of verbs or adjectives, delivering an emphasis on the intensity or degree of a particular action or state.