Comments on: Basic Thai Phrases You Need to Know (Updated 2025)

By: Buddy The Traveling Monkey

Buddy The Traveling Monkey — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 00:35:00 +0000

This is so great! I could’ve used this last year before my trip lol. And like you said, most locals in touristy areas speak English, but I really do think they appreciate it when visitors at least make an effort to speak Thai.

By: Bryanna Royal

Bryanna Royal — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 07:41:00 +0000

What a great round up of words and phrases to know! It definitely makes traveling easier when you can communicate.

By: Drive on the Left

Drive on the Left — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 07:13:00 +0000

What a useful guide. Learning the basics in the native language makes travel a little more fun and engaging. You may make a fool of yourself sometimes, but also immersing yourself into a different culture with even a little language skills goes a long way.

By: Once in a Lifetime Journey

Once in a Lifetime Journey — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 04:10:00 +0000

This is really useful, thank you! Locals really appreciate it when you make an effort to learn their language, and I like that you included some for gaining street cred 😉

By: Christopher Rudder

Christopher Rudder — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 01:36:00 +0000

I love learning a bit of the language from the places I visit. I often listen in on people speaking and see if I can make out any words that sound like English. Lol. Great post and tips…

By: Toni | 2 Aussie Travellers

Toni | 2 Aussie Travellers — Sun, 07 Aug 2016 21:45:00 +0000

I always try to learn a little of the local language before we visit a country. Unfortunately I really don’t have any talent for languages so it is never going to get me to a conversant level in any of them.

By: reddel

reddel — Sun, 07 Aug 2016 18:43:00 +0000

What terrific tips! I especially like the food ordering tips. I’ll bookmark this for my next trip to Thailand. Thanks!

By: Jackie | Globetrotting Teacher

Jackie | Globetrotting Teacher — Sun, 07 Aug 2016 14:45:00 +0000

Great tips, especially for the Thai language which can sound very difficult to learn and speak. It can definitely go a long way in making friends. Love your photos, especially the one of the Thai woman! I’d like to use some of the phrases to say hello. She looks so friendly. 🙂

By: london_unattached

london_unattached — Sun, 07 Aug 2016 11:23:00 +0000

I do think it makes a big difference when you are travelling to know a few phrases. Local people really appreciate it.

By: Kim-Ling Richardson (Travel-Li

Kim-Ling Richardson (Travel-Li — Sun, 07 Aug 2016 04:37:00 +0000

This is such a good idea for a post! Getting to know the basic phrases when travelling is such a nice thing, not only to show respect, but to also feel more in touch with the culture! I remember learning the Thai basics when we were over there, but this is very useful! Khop khun ka!