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  1. Tieland to Thailand
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    100+ Easy But Useful Thai Phrases and Words - Tieland to Thailand

    • Learn how to say hello, thank you, excuse me, and more in Thai with this guide. Includes pronunciation tips, polite endings, numbers, and common phrases for travelers.… See more

    Thai pronunciations and Phonetic Spelling

    Since we didn’t include voice recordings (and because the Thai language has its own script ภาษาไทยมีลักษณะเช่นนี้, we’ve put together a little blurb on the pronunciati… See more

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    Using Polite Endings

    In Thailand, it’s customary to finish a sentence or complete thought with the words ka or krup. These polite participles are used to show respect and politeness and make t… See more

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    Basic Phrases

    Hello | suh-waht-dee This is one of the most basic Thai phrases you can learn. It’s the general greeting to say hello and it often replaces good morning and good afternoon, t… See more

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    Numbers

    It’s [number 1-12] o’clock. | [number 1-24] nah-li-gah Might as well throw this in there while we’re talking about numbers. There are two ways to tell time in Thai language. … See more

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    Why do people pick up common Thai words & phrases?
    During my travels in Thailand, I quickly realized that picking up common Thai words and phrases was more than just a survival skill. It was a gateway into the heart of Thai culture, a way to forge connections with locals, and a secret weapon for navigating everything from street food stalls to bustling city transit.
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    Thai pronunciations and Phonetic Spelling
    Using Polite Endings
    Basic Phrases
    Numbers
    Why do people pick up common Thai words & phrases?
     
  1. Here are some common Thai words and phrases12:
    • Sawadee (krub / kah) – Hello
    • Sabai Dee Ru (krub / kah) – How are you?
    • Chai – Yes
    • Mai Pen Rai – Never mind/No worries
    • Dai – Can & Mai Dai – Cannot
    • Pood Thai Mai Dai – I cannot speak Thai
    • Nee Tao Rai – How much?
    • Naam – Water
    • Khob Khun (krub / kah) – Thank you
    • Yindee thii dai ruujak – Pleased to meet you
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    • 1. Sawadee (krub / kah) – Hello ...
    • 2. Sabai Dee Ru (krub / kah) – How are you ? ...
    • 3. Chai – Yes. ...
    • 4. Mai Pen Rai – Never mind/No worries ...
    • 5. Dai – Can & Mai Dai – Cannot ...

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    Hello/Goodbye: Sawatdee How are you?: Sabai dee mai? I’m fine thank you: Sabai dee What is your name?: Khun cheu arai? My name is: Phom cheu … (male) | Dichan cheu/Chan cheu … (female) Pleased to meet you: Yindee thii dai ruujak

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    What phrases do people use most often in Thailand?
    The first phrase I learn is ‘I don’t understand’. And the second phrase is ‘this does not work’. Below are phrases people use most often in Thailand. What I mean is, beyond the typical สวัสดี /sà-wàt-dee kha/ and all. And since you already know my two phrases, what I did was ask around.

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    What language is spoken in Thailand?
    Basic Thai for Travelers: 45 Essential Phrases You NEED to Know! Thai, also known as Siamese or Ayutthaya, is the official language of Thailand, and is spoken by over 20 million people. It is the official language of Thailand, a very tourist friendly country that is often known as the land of smiles.

    Basic Thai for Travelers: 45 Essential Phrases You NEED to Know!

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    Why do people pick up common Thai words & phrases?
    During my travels in Thailand, I quickly realized that picking up common Thai words and phrases was more than just a survival skill. It was a gateway into the heart of Thai culture, a way to forge connections with locals, and a secret weapon for navigating everything from street food stalls to bustling city transit.

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    How do you greet people in Thailand?
    Sabai dee mai ka / khrup Local Thai’s are very respectful and polite, and always greet others using the “wai”. This Thai greeting is demonstrated by bringing both hands together and bowing the head. This is an essential part of Thai culture.

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    What are some good Thai phrases to memorize?
    This is one of those really useful Thai phrases. If a Thai person can’t speak English, they will usually answer mai dai (cannot) or nit noy / nit dee-ao (a little). This is another good phrase to memorize. Use this phrase to get a Thai person to repeat what they’ve said and slower so that you can understand better.

    100+ Easy But Useful Thai Phrases and Words - Tieland to Thailand

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    Where does Thai language come from?
    In terms of vocabulary, many words in the Thai language derive from Pali and Sanskrit, two historical Indic languages. Likewise, Thai has also borrowed heavily from Mon (an indigenous language of Thailand and Myanmar) and Khmer (the official language of Cambodia). Modern Thai has been shaped across several eras, starting with Old Thai.

    208 Basic Thai Phrases For Travel You NEED To Know

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    101+ Common Thai Words and Phrases For Tourists …

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    25 Essential Thai Phrases You’ll Actually Use in Thailand

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    Basic Thai for Travelers: 45 Essential Phrases You NEED to Know!

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    208 Basic Thai Phrases For Travel You NEED To Know

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    325 Common Thai Phrases with Pronunciation and Audio - ExpatDen

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    Top 100 basic Thai Phrases to know - Local Insider

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    23 Basic Thai Words and Phrases for Your Next Vacation to Thailand

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