1. The Magic Words (Very Important!)

These are the most important words you should remember.

Hello

• Sawasdee (สวัสดี)

You can add:

• “krap” (ครับ) – if you are male
• “ka” (ค่ะ) – if you are female

Example:

• Sawasdee krap
• Sawasdee ka

Adding “krap” or “ka” makes you sound polite and adorable

Thank You

• Khob khun krap / ka (ขอบคุณครับ / ค่ะ)

Thai people say thank you often. Use it frequently!

Sorry / Excuse me

• Khor thot krap / ka (ขอโทษครับ / ค่ะ)

Useful when you bump into someone or want to get attention politely.

2. Simple Everyday Conversations

#At a Market

How much is this? : Tao rai? (เท่าไหร่)

Example: An-nee tao rai krap/ka?
(How much is this?)

Can you discount? (polite & cute way)

: Lot noi dai mai? (ลดหน่อยได้ไหม)

Say it with a smile — it works better!

#At a Restaurant

Delicious! : Aroi mak! (อร่อยมาก)

Locals LOVE hearing this.

Not spicy : Mai phet (ไม่เผ็ด)

Very important in Thailand

A little spicy : Phet nit noi (เผ็ดนิดหน่อย)

#Transportation

Where is…? : Yoo tee nai? (อยู่ที่ไหน)

Go to… : Pai… (ไป…)

Example: Pai hotel krap/ka.  ( Going to Hotel )

3. Cute Words That Sound Friendly

Thai language is soft and friendly. These words help you sound warmer:

• Sabai sabai (สบายๆ) – relaxed / chill
• Sanuk (สนุก) – fun
• Suay (สวย) – beautiful (for things or women)
• Lor (หล่อ) – handsome (for men)

Complimenting food, places, or people politely is always welcome.

4. Words You Should Be Careful With

Thai is a tonal language. Some words can sound completely different if pronounced incorrectly.

⚠️ Be careful with:

• “Mai” (ใหม่ / ไม่ / ไหม)
  It can mean new, not, or turn a sentence into a question — depending on tone.
• Avoid using slang you hear online unless you fully understand it.
• Never joke about the Thai Royal Family — it is very serious in Thailand.

When unsure, keep it simple and polite.

5. The Golden Rule: Smile

Even if your pronunciation is not perfect, Thai people appreciate effort.

Say:

• Sawasdee
• Khob khun
• Add krap or ka
• Smile 😊

That’s already enough to create a good connection.