Archive for the 'Speak Thai' Category
August 25, 2020
The Top 100 Thai Verbs You Should Know
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How many actions do you think you do in a day? That number reflects the importance of knowing a language’s verbs for effective communication.
In this article, you’ll learn 100 Thai verbs that every beginner needs to know. Further, we’ll teach you a little bit about the grammar and usage of these verbs through examples. We believe you’ll be very happy to hear that this is a simple and easy topic!
Is there subject-verb agreement in Thai? What about Thai verb conjugation? The answer to both is a resounding "No!" Thai people use the same form of verbs regardless of the subject.
Are there Thai verb tenses for present, future, and past? The answer is no. Thai people use... Show more
August 24, 2020
Best Guide for Learning Pronouns in Thai
Ann is learning Thai. Ann wants to be able to speak Thai fluently. So Ann reads Thai books everyday.
Does this sound weird? That’s because these sentences lack pronouns. Yes, you guessed it correctly, this lesson will teach you about pronouns in the Thai language and how to use them.
The pronoun is another basic component of grammar you have to learn if you want to master any language. Thus, if you’re learning Thai, you’ll need to know Thai pronouns in order to speak like a native.
Before we start learning Thai pronouns, you should know what a pronoun is in the Thai language first. คำสรรพนาม (kham-sàp-phá-naam) is "pronoun" in Thai. Grammatically, Thai has six types of pronouns. Some of these have English equivalents, while... Show more
August 18, 2020
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August 7, 2020
Master Thai Word Order and Sentence Structure
Is Thai an SVO language like English? Or maybe an SOV language?
Yes, you guessed it correctly. This lesson is about sentence structure in Thai.
As a Thai learner, it’s important to know how to use proper Thai word order in sentences so that you can communicate like a native. Whether you’re a beginner or have been learning Thai for some time now, this is the perfect beginner guide to Thai sentence structure.
In this lesson, you’ll learn about word order in Thai and how to form sentences. We’ll start with basic information about how words are ordered, followed by four types of sentence structures in Thai grammar. You’ll also get to learn about Thai language word order with modifiers and how to transform sentences into yes-or-no... Show more
July 31, 2020
Guide to Thai Time: How to Ask for the Time in Thai & More
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Time is an important part of our life. Thus, it makes sense for Thai learners to learn how to ask for and give the time in Thai. Knowing Thai time phrases enables you to plan your schedule, make appointments, and better understand Thai conversations.
Telling Thai time is pretty different from doing so in English. Most of the words and phrases we’re going to look at aren’t difficult to understand, but you will need some time to get used to using them. For example, you don’t have to worry about remembering a.m. or p.m. in Thai because there is none. And we can also assure you that the way Thai people tell time is pretty straightforward, so it’s not hard to remember.
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July 17, 2020
Best Guide to Learn Directions in Thai
Where’s the bus stop? How do you get to this place?
Learning about Thai directions will make your travels in Thailand much easier. Further, knowing how to ask directions in Thai, and how to give them, is essential if you live or work in Thailand.
This article will help you successfully learn about directions in the Thai language. You’ll get to learn Thai vocabulary related to directions, such as "right" and "left" in Thai. In addition, you’ll be able to see how giving directions in Thai works through various sentences and phrases throughout this article. By the end of the lesson, you’ll be able to ask and give directions in Thai with ease.
Table of Contents
On the Map: Compass Directions in Thai
On the Road
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June 29, 2020
Learn the Top 100 Thai Nouns
The noun is a basic component of sentences in any language, including Thai. In order to communicate in Thai, you need to know enough vocabulary to form the sentence, and this includes nouns. Thus, as a Thai learner, it’s important for you to learn Thai nouns for better communication.
While learning about nouns in Thai is essential in mastering the language itself, it can also introduce you to certain cultural aspects and traditions. For example, in learning the basic Thai nouns related to food and utensils, you can guess how people eat.
Further, in our guide about Thai language nouns, you’ll also get to learn about คำทับศัพท์ (kham-tháp-sàp), or English words that are used in the Thai language.
In this lesson, ThaiPod101.com... Show more
May 28, 2020
The Best Guide for Learning Thai Compliments
Everyone loves compliments. A compliment can make someone feel good, boost self-confidence, and improve the quality of relationships. So as a Thai learner, you should know a few basic Thai compliments to brighten someone’s day. In this lesson, you’ll learn about compliments in the Thai language and how to use them.
We’ll begin by covering the vocabulary aspect of common Thai compliments for beginners, and then we’ll show you how to apply them in various situations.
Let’s get started.
Table of Contents
Basic Information About Compliments in Thai
Thai Compliments on Someone’s Look
Thai Compliments on Someone’s Work
Thai Compliments on Someone’s Skill
Conclusion
1. Basic Information About Compliments in Thai
Before you... Show more
May 10, 2020
Best Guide to Learn Thai Angry Phrases
Imagine that you’re pissed. The anger fills up your body. You’re annoyed, and you just feel like hitting something. Naturally, you want to let your anger out, and one way to do so is through words. In this lesson, you’ll learn about how to express that you’re angry in Thai.
Learning the most common angry Thai phrases is not only a great way to learn new sentence patterns and see Thai grammar at work, but it will also help you understand more about Thai people’s behavior when angry. Throughout this lesson, you’ll see that the way Thai people convey their anger through words is different from how people in other cultures do so.
In this lesson, we’ll first teach you basic Thai words for anger that you should know, and how Thai people... Show more
April 10, 2020
Life Event Messages: Learn Happy Birthday in Thai & More!
People are pretty much the same. We’re born, live our life, and in the end, we die. However, the life events people celebrate and experience around the world are not always the same. This is because each country has its own culture, traditions, and beliefs, which causes people the world over to pay attention to different events in life.
In this lesson, you’ll get to learn about life events in Thai. ThaiPod101.com will teach you about important life events in Thailand, what happens during those events, and what you’re supposed to say (like Happy Birthday in Thai or how to wish a happy new year in Thai). As mentioned earlier, these events are influenced by culture, tradition, and beliefs, so you’ll also get to learn more about Thai people... Show more