Archive for the 'Learn Thai' Category
October 24, 2019
The Best Guide to Learn Thai Numbers for Daily Usage
In this world, numbers are a part of everyone’s life. You use numbers in calculation. You use numbers in communication. You use numbers to count things. This is no different for Thai people. They use numbers for many purposes in daily life.
Thus, it’s essential for Thai learners to learn how Thai people pronounce, write, and use Thai numbers. Thai numbers in language learning are of great importance.
Fortunately, Thai numbers isn’t a very hard Thai topic and you can learn everything you need to know about Thai numbers here at ThaiPod101.com.
ตัวเลข (dtuua-lêek) or เลข (lêek) is “number” in Thai. Thai people use numbers quite a lot in daily life, for example in pricing, telephone numbers, house addresses, postal codes, calculations,... Show more
October 9, 2019
How To Post In Perfect Thai on Social Media
You're learning to speak Thai, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Thai.
At Learn Thai, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Thai in the process.
1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Thai
Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Thai. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants!
Win eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of it, and leaves this comment:
POST
Let's break down win's post.
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September 24, 2019
How to Celebrate Chulalongkorn Day in Thailand
King Chulalongkorn is a much-loved and respected figure in Thailand, so each year, Thai people celebrate Chulalongkorn Day. In this article, you’ll learn why this king is held in such high regard, all the good he did for Thailand, and how the country goes about remembering King Chulalongkorn.
At ThaiPod101.com, we hope to make every aspect of your language-learning journey both fun and informative!
1. What is Chulalongkorn Day?
On Chulalongkorn Day, Thailand remembers and honors King Rama V, also known as King Chulalongkorn. This king is one of the most beloved and respected figures in the history of Thailand, known for his great favors to the country.
King Chulalongkorn & His Accomplishments for Thailand
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September 12, 2019
Best Guide on How to Say Sorry in the Thai Language
When you do something wrong, you apologize. When you accidentally hurt someone, you say sorry. When you want to get a waitress’ attention, you say “Excuse me.” When you see someone who’s feeling sad because of a bad situation they face, you say you’re sorry for them.
“Sorry” is one of the basic words you use in daily life and is one of the first words you learn when you start learning any language. And this article will teach you how to say sorry in Thai (because to learn sorry when living in Thailand would be tough!).
How do I say sorry in Thai? Well, this topic is easy. In Thai, when you want to show your empathy, give your condolences, or show that you feel bad or sorry for what you did, there are a few words Thai people use... Show more
August 16, 2019
Communicate Like a Native Using Thai Hand Gestures and More
Have you ever wondered why foreigners make weird faces or perform strange actions? Well, they may be how they communicate non-verbally with each other.
Just as in every language, you should learn about Thai non-verbal communication, such as hand gestures and body language, so that you can completely communicate like a Thai native. Thai hand gestures, Thai hand signs, and Thai body language are part of Thai culture and represent how Thai people think in general. Knowing about nonverbal communication in Thailand will make your trip so much better.
Thai people use body language as nonverbal communication in daily life. อวัจนภาษา (àà-wát-jà-ná-phaa-săa) is “nonverbal communication” in Thai. This article will teach you everything... Show more
July 23, 2019
The Best Thai Slang Dictionary for all Thai Learners
If you’ve been studying Thai for some time, you’ve likely found that you naturally start to understand basic words, sentences, and conversations. However, you may come across some sentences from time to time that make you ask yourself “Do I understand this correctly?” or “Is the Thai language really this weird?” For example, อย่าลำไย (yàa lam-yai) means “Don’t longan.” Doesn’t really make sense, right?
There’s also a chance that you’ve found some words you don’t know, so you try to find their meaning in the dictionary, but can’t find anything.
If either of these scenarios is the case, you may have come across Thai slang. Despite not being grammatically correct or accepted as real Thai words, Thai people use Thai slang words a lot... Show more
July 19, 2019
Thailand Language Day: Celebrating the Thai Language
If we were to ask you, "What language is spoken in Thailand?" you would, of course, answer "Thai!" But did you know Thailand has a day set aside to celebrate the Thai language and encourage its use?
Thailand Language Day is a unique facet of Thai culture, and you’ll see why once you’ve read up on its history. What could make your Thai language-learning more meaningful than discovering its history and significance in Thailand today?
In this article, we’ll be going over some information on the history of modern Thai written language and its journey as the national language of Thailand, as well as celebrations that take place on Thai Language Day (including learning how to make Thai desserts!).
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June 28, 2019
Your Guide to Thai Words with no English Equivalent
Like every other language in the world, the Thai language has unique Thai words with no English translation. These untranslatable terms in Thai are naturally not very easy to learn. The reason is that you, as a foreigner, are learning something that you’re not familiar with at all, since the term doesn’t exist in your language. But don’t worry, ThaiPod101.com will help you master untranslatable Thai words in no time.
Among Thai untranslatable words, the ones that are most often used in daily life (and confuse foreigners the most) are untranslatable words about feelings. Of course, seeing as these are feeling untranslatable words, Thai people understand them and use them regularly, but if you ask them to explain or describe each word,... Show more
June 21, 2019
The 4 Most Difficult Aspects of Thai and How to Overcome Them
Like the culture it represents the Thai language is beautiful and multifaceted. If you’ve decided to learn Thai you’re in for a real language learning treat!
However, your Thai learning journey won’t be all sunshine and roses. If you’re a native English speaker, there are some real challenges standing between you and fluency.
But that’s no reason to despair or thrown in the towel. The truth is that these challenges, though they often look intimidating, are common and countless students before you have overcome them. You just need a little practice and perseverance!
In this article, we look at four of the most common hurdles students face while learning Thai, and we give some practical tips on how to move past them. Enjoy!
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June 20, 2019
The Best Guide for How to Introduce Yourself in Thai
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When you learn Thai language, introducing yourself in Thai is one of the most important things you'll learn. How to introduce yourself in Thai is a basic Thai lesson for starters, and we’ll provide you with all you need to learn how to introduce yourself in Thai.
After reading this article, you’ll know the following things about how to speak Thai when introducing yourself:
Things Thai people normally say in their self-introductions
Things Thai people want to know when they meet a foreigner
Things that can be said to describe yourself in Thai
What to say in formal versus informal situations
Some tips to impress Thai people during self-introductions
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