If you are a beginner looking to pick up some Thai Basics before your trip to Thailand, this if for you. I have been longing to go to Thailand because I love elephants and I just want to be close to them! Their food is also amazing so I can only imagine how yummy it is in person! Can’t wait to try out some of these basics when I finally get to go to Thailand!
Thai Basics for beginners (pronounced)
Hello – Sà-wat-dii
My name is Krysta – Chûue khaawng chan khuue Krysta
How are you? – Khun sà-baai dii mai
I’m fine!- Chan sà-baai dii
What is this? – Nî khuue à-rai
What did you just say? – Khun phuut wâa à-rai ná
May I use your bathroom? – Khaaw khâo hâawng-nám nàauy dâi mai
Where is the bathroom? – Hâawng-nám yùu thîi-nai
Is this Spicy – An-níi phèt mai?
I definitely need to learn “is this spicy” in every language 😂 If you remember from 30 days of Pinterest Dinners, I am a TOTAL whimp when it comes to spicy food!
How to Use Wai
People of Thailand used Wai as a Thai greeting that is sign of respect. There are three different levels of Wai to use depending on who you are speaking to. While this is not a spoken form of the language, it is an important part of the culture.
- Used with family and friends – Press palms together towards your chest and bow bringing your thumbs to your forehead
- Use with highly respected people like teachers/parents – Press palms together at your chest and bow while bringing your thumbs to your nose and your index fingers to your forehead
- Use with your elders – Press palms together at your chest and bow while bringing your index fingers to your forehead
When someone gives you a Wai, it is polite to respond by putting your palms together at your chest.
Be sure to check out this YouTube video that has taught me everything I need to learn about Thai basics that are perfect for beginners! If you are interested in learning other languages be sure see the other 30 languages that I am learning this month!
xoxo
Krysta
