Why do you want to learn Thai?

Learning Thai helps you better understand the culture. The more you pick up the more you will understand Thai people, and easier you will find it to integrate into a community, enabling you to make Thai friends and understand local lingo.

Is Thai language worth to learn?

It is totally worth to study Thai in case you intend to live there. Needless to say, it is much more comfortable and convenient to speak native language while stay abroad. It is not worth if you do it only for business. Most Thai business man are good at English or speak in English more or less.

How do you think learning Thai will help you in your future career?

Learning Thai will increase your work opportunities and career options. It will also increase your business opportunities. You’ll have better travel experiences. You’ll be able to communicate better with loved ones.

Is learning Thai difficult?

Ultimately, Thai is not much more difficult than other languages. There are some areas that can prove hard as we have just mentioned, but with perseverance and dedication, you can learn. Taking time to practice consistently is key.

What is Thai writing called?

The Thai script
The Thai script (Thai: อักษรไทย, RTGS: akson thai) is the abugida used to write Thai, Southern Thai and many other languages spoken in Thailand.

Is Thai related to Pali?

Thai is the most spoken of over 60 languages of Thailand by both number of native and overall speakers. Over half of its vocabulary is derived from or borrowed from Pali, Sanskrit, Mon and Old Khmer. It is a tonal and analytic language, similar to Chinese and Vietnamese.

Why learn to speak Thai in Thailand?

Maybe you’re living in Thailand and you want to be able to speak with Thai people in their own native language, or perhaps you have a partner who’s Thai. There are many good reasons to learn to speak Thai. First, learning Thai can be a great asset for those who want to get the most out of their stay in Thailand.

Is learning Thai a life-changer?

Being able to hold conversations in Thai can definitely be a life-changer. Click here to discover how to learn Thai online with us! A few years ago I decided to learn Thai after a short visit to Thailand.

How long does it take to learn Thai?

According to the Foreign Service Institute it takes 44 weeks (1110 hours) to reach proficiency. I haven’t tested that, but what’s sure is that in much less time, let’s say 50 to 100 hours, you can reach a basic conversational level. Thai language basics are within everyone’s reach. Here I discuss with Olly if Thai is easy:

Why is it so hard to pronounce Thai?

Thai has a lot of vowels that can be tricky to pronounce for native English speakers. In order to produce some of the sounds in Thai you need to make certain shapes with your month and position your tongue in ways you’ve probably never done before. Besides the normal vowels you also have double vowels in Thai.