Thai Vocabulary: Useful Phrases in Thai

Unlock the key phrases to navigate confidently through conversations in Thai.

Introduction

Embark on a journey to Thailand with this guide to useful phrases in Thai. Whether you’re planning a trip to Bangkok or simply want to impress your Thai-speaking friends, this vocabulary set will equip you with essential phrases for everyday conversations. With native speaker audio included, you’ll not only learn how to speak like a local but also enhance your listening skills for real-world interactions. Get ready to dive into the beauty of the Thai language and culture!

Vocabulary List

English Thai Pronunciation
Hello
สวัสดี
Sawasdee
Goodbye
ลาก่อน
la kawn
Thank you
ขอบคุณ
khob khun
Please
กรุณา
krunka
Excuse me
ขอโทษ
khor toht
I'm sorry
ไม่เข้าใจ
mai kao jai
How are you?
สบายดีไหม
sabai dee mai
Can you help me?
ช่วยหน่อยได้ไหม
chuay noi dai mai
I don't understand
ฉันไม่เข้าใจ
chan mai kao jai
Where is the bathroom?
ห้องน้ำอยู่ที่ไหน
hong nam yu tee nai
What is your name?
คุณชื่ออะไร
khun chue a-rai
How much does it cost?
ราคาเท่าไหร่
ra-ka thao rai
I need a doctor
ฉันต้องการหมอ
chan tong kan maw
Can you speak slower?
คุณพูดช้าได้ไหม
khun phut cha dai mai
I'm lost
ฉันหลงทาง
chan long tang
What time is it?
กี่โมงแล้ว
ki mong laeo
Do you speak English?
คุณพูดภาษาอังกฤษได้ไหม
khun phut pha-sa ang-krit dai mai
Could you repeat that
คุณพูดอีกครั้งหน่อยได้ไหม
khun phut eek khrang noi dai mai
please?
ฉันอยากสั่ง...
chan yak sang
I would like to order...
ฉันจะหา...ที่ไหนได้ไหม
chan ja ha... thi nai dai mai.

Cultural Connection: Politeness in Thai

In Thai culture, it is important to show respect and politeness, especially when speaking to elders or people in positions of authority. Use the word ค่ะ (kha) for females and ครับ (krab) for males at the end of your sentences to show respect.

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