Thai Vocabulary: Greetings

Unlock the key to friendly conversations with our guide to Thai greetings.

Introduction

In this vocabulary set, you will learn essential Thai greetings and phrases to confidently greet others in Thailand. Whether you’re planning a trip to this beautiful country or simply want to connect with Thai-speaking friends and colleagues, mastering these words will help you make a positive impression. Plus, with native speaker audio included, you’ll be able to practice your pronunciation and sound like a local in no time. Get ready to enhance your language skills and make meaningful connections with the people of Thailand through this engaging lesson on Memory Wizards!

Vocabulary List

English Thai Pronunciation

Hello

สวัสดี

sa-wat-dee

GoodBye

ลาก่อน

laa-gon

thank you

ขอบคุณ

khàawp-khun

you are welcome

ไม่เป็นไร

mai pen rai

good morning

สวัสดีตอนเช้า

sawatdee ton chao

good afternoon

สวัสดีตอนบ่าย

sa-wat-dee dton-bai

good night

ฝันดี

fǎn dee

how are you?

เป็นไงบ้าง?

pen-ngai-baang?

I am fine

ฉันสบายดี

chǎn sà-baai dee

Cultural Connection: Respectful Greetings

In Thai culture, it is important to show respect when greeting others. Use the polite particle ครับ (khrap) if you are male, and ค่ะ (kha) if you are female, at the end of your greetings to show respect to the person you are speaking to.

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