Thai Vocabulary: Basic Words

Easily learn essential Thai words to enhance your memory and communication skills.

Introduction

Embark on a linguistic journey through the vibrant language of Thai with this essential vocabulary set. Whether you’re planning a trip to Thailand or simply wish to immerse yourself in its rich culture, these basic words will help you navigate daily conversations with ease. With native speaker audio included, you’ll not only learn how to pronounce each word correctly but also gain valuable insight into the nuances of Thai language and communication.

Vocabulary List

English Thai Pronunciation
Yes
ใช่
chai
No
ไม่ใช่
mai chai
Maybe
อาจจะ
aat ja
Of course
แน่นอน
nae naawn
My name is
ชื่อของฉันคือ
cheuu khaawng chan khue
What is your name?
คุณชื่ออะไร?
khun cheuu a-rai?
I am 20 years old.
ฉันอายุ 20 ปี
chan aai 20 bpee
I come from…
ฉันมาจาก...
chan maa jaak...
Good morning
สวัสดีตอนเช้า
sawatdee dtohn chaao
Good afternoon
สวัสดีตอนบ่าย
sawatdee dtohn baai
Good evening
สวัสดีตอนเย็น
Sawatdee ton yen
How are you?
คุณเป็นอย่างไรบ้าง?
kun pen yang rai bang?
Thank you!
ขอบคุณ!
kop khun!
Thank you very much!
ขอบคุณมาก!
kop khun mak!
You’re welcome!
ยินดีต้อนรับ!
yin dee ton rap!
Please
กรุณา
kun na
Excuse me!
ขออภัย!
kor a-pai!
Sorry!
ขอโทษ!
kor toht!
What?
อะไร?
arai?
Who?
ใคร?
krai?
When?
เมื่อไหร่?
muear rai?
Where?
ที่ไหน?
thi nai?
Why?
ทำไม?
tham mai?
Which?
อันไหน?
an nai?
How?
อย่างไร?
yang rai?
What time is it?
กี่โมงแล้ว?
ki mong laew?
Where are you from?
คุณมาจากที่ไหน?
khun ma jak thi nai?
Where do you live?
คุณอาศัยอยู่ที่ไหน?
khun a sai yu thi nai?
Can you help me?
คุณช่วยฉันได้ไหม?
khun chuay chan dai mai?
Can I help you?
ฉันช่วยคุณได้ไหม?
chan chuay khun dai mai?
How much does it cost?
มันค่าเท่าไร?
mun kha thao rai?
Do you understand?
คุณเข้าใจได้ไหม?
khun khao jai dai mai?
Can you say that again?
คุณพูดอีกครั้งหน่อยได้ไหม?
khun phut eek khang noi dai mai?
Can you speak slowly?
คุณพูดช้าได้ไหม?
khun phut cha dai mai?

Cultural Corner: Politeness in Thai

In Thai culture, using the correct polite particle when addressing someone is crucial. When speaking to someone older or in a position of authority, always add ครับ (khrap) for males or ค่ะ (kha) for females at the end of your sentences. This shows respect and is an important aspect of Thai etiquette.

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