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Learn Thai | Motivated Beginner

Learn Thai | Motivated Beginner

By Grace Ruiz

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Hello, welcome to our Podcast. It's Grace and Edgar, and our goal is simple, to help you learn Thai.

This Podcast is aimed at motivated beginners. You'll not only learn new words, grammar, and patterns, but also Grace will be correcting Edgar (advanced Thai learner from the USA) with any mistakes he makes. So you'll get to learn from his mistakes.
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Learn Thai | Motivated BeginnerSep 25, 2021

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EP63: Expressions and compound words that use “ทำ” (tam)
Apr 19, 202410:42
EP62:The concept of “to want” in Thai is different from English.
Mar 29, 202410:29
EP61: Pronouncing long and short vowels can changes the meaning of words
Mar 15, 202409:49
EP60: Thai tone Game | Can you say these words with correct tones?
Feb 23, 202415:19
EP59:What do you need to know to read Thai and how long will it take?
Feb 16, 202415:27
EP58: How to use the word “ฝาก” (faak)
Dec 30, 202307:47
EP57: How to say "Thank you for" in Thai
Dec 01, 202311:35
EP56: How to say “I regret that I didn’t do something" using เสียดายที่ไม่ได้… (sĭia daai têe mâi dâai)”
Nov 17, 202307:03
EP55: Learn the pattern “The more…the more” (ยิ่ง ying…ยิ่ง ying)
Nov 10, 202308:45
EP54: Expressing regretful past in Thai with น่าจะ (naja), ไม่น่า…เลย (maina…loey)
Nov 03, 202307:10
EP53: How to say “I hope, I wish…!” หวังว่า (wang wa), ขอให้ (kor hai)
Oct 30, 202311:53
EP52: How to express “until, up to the point that” in Thai using จน (jon)
Oct 20, 202310:00
EP51: Many ways to express “So!!” in Thai (มาก mak, จัง jang, จะตาย jatai etc.)
Oct 13, 202311:21
EP50: Famous Thai food: Moo Krata | Conversation breakdown
Oct 07, 202310:32
EP49: Have you ever been to Koh Tao?
Sep 29, 202314:15
EP48: Parts of the body + What are they used for? (มีไว้ mee wai, เอาไว้ ao wai)
Jul 07, 202313:49
EP47: Expressing your ideas: verbs + ว่า (wâa) - I think that, I feel that, I believe that and etc...
Apr 23, 202310:29
EP46: MuayThai verbs like punching, kneeing, kicking and etc...
Apr 07, 202310:19
EP45: Important words related to Thai boxing

EP45: Important words related to Thai boxing

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In this episode, we talk about Thai boxing and some vocabulary related to Thai boxing.


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Mar 06, 202305:52
EP44: Which question particle to use? ไหม (măi) vs หรอ (rŏr)

EP44: Which question particle to use? ไหม (măi) vs หรอ (rŏr)

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In this episode, we are going to talk about the particle ไง ngai. This suffix particle is attached to the end of the phrase to show that what was said was obvious. It can sound a bit impolite if not used carefully so becareful!


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Feb 18, 202313:38
EP43: Show that you got attitude with the suffix particle - ไง (ngai)

EP43: Show that you got attitude with the suffix particle - ไง (ngai)

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In this episode, we are going to talk about the particle ไง ngai. This suffix particle is attached to the end of the phrase to show that what was said was obvious. It can sound a bit impolite if not used carefully so be careful!


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Jan 28, 202309:32
EP42: How to talk about Math (+ - x /) in Thai

EP42: How to talk about Math (+ - x /) in Thai

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In this episode, we will talk about Math. Plus, minus, divide, times, equals. You will get to solve a math question as well.


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Jan 10, 202306:39
EP41: Two ways to say PER in Thai (ต่อ dtòr, ละ la)

EP41: Two ways to say PER in Thai (ต่อ dtòr, ละ la)

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In this episode, you will learn two ways to say PER in Thai with ต่อ dtòr and ละ la


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Dec 12, 202206:22
EP40: How to say “That one” in Thai | The difference between นั่น nân and นั้น nán

EP40: How to say “That one” in Thai | The difference between นั่น nân and นั้น nán

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In this episode, you will learn  How to say “That one” in Thai and the difference between นั่น nân and นั้น nán


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Dec 02, 202207:36
EP39: Connect your ideas with the word ที่ (tee)

EP39: Connect your ideas with the word ที่ (tee)

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In this episode, we will learn how to connect your ideas with the word ที่ (tee).


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Nov 22, 202205:39
EP38: How to say "wherever, whatever, whoever, etc." in Thai

EP38: How to say "wherever, whatever, whoever, etc." in Thai

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In this episode, we will take a look at how to say "wherever, whatever, whoever, etc." in Thai.


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Nov 14, 202206:31
EP37: How to say - who, what, where, when, how, SHOULD we in Thai

EP37: How to say - who, what, where, when, how, SHOULD we in Thai

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In this episode, we will take a look at many questions words + Should we: For example: How should we do? Where should we go? What should we eat?


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Oct 21, 202208:52
EP36: Talking about negative characteristics in Thai with the word ขี้ (kee)

EP36: Talking about negative characteristics in Thai with the word ขี้ (kee)

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In this episode, we will take a look at how to talk about people's negative characteristics with the word ขี้ (kee)


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Oct 14, 202207:11
EP35: 6 ways to say “to eat” in Thai | And 3 meanings of กิน (gin)

EP35: 6 ways to say “to eat” in Thai | And 3 meanings of กิน (gin)

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In this episode, we will take a look at different ways to say "to eat" in Thai.


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Oct 11, 202211:08
EP34: How to say "there is, there are" in Thai.

EP34: How to say "there is, there are" in Thai.

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We will learn how to say "There is, There are" in this episode.


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Sep 22, 202207:17
EP33: The difference between เป็น bpen and คือ keu; and how to say “NOT is/am/are” correctly.

EP33: The difference between เป็น bpen and คือ keu; and how to say “NOT is/am/are” correctly.

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In this episode, we take a look at the difference between เป็น bpen and คือ keu and some other common mistakes that learners make.


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Sep 09, 202210:06
EP32: How to talk about sickness in Thai part 2

EP32: How to talk about sickness in Thai part 2

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In this episode, we will continue talking about sickness.  We will also BREAKDOWN the conversation between a doctor and a patient together.


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Aug 22, 202213:59
EP31: How to talk about sickness in Thai

EP31: How to talk about sickness in Thai

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Today, we will learn vocabulary related to sickness in Thai. We will be listening to a conversation between a doctor and a patient.


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Aug 12, 202213:17
EP30: Learn to describe a person in Thai

EP30: Learn to describe a person in Thai

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Do you know how to say someone is "chubby", "gay", "bald", "cute", or even "hairy"? In this episode, you will learn to describe a person. I'm sure beginner, and intermediate learners will learn something from this episode.


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Aug 04, 202212:45
EP29: Loan words from English Part 2

EP29: Loan words from English Part 2

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In this episode, we will talk further about loan words and I will also quiz you guys on the common loan words in different categories: food, sport, music, etc.


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Jul 20, 202216:56
EP28: Learn about Thai pronunciation and English Loan words

EP28: Learn about Thai pronunciation and English Loan words

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In this episode, we are going to learn about English loan words and Thai pronunciation. The pronunciation tips that are taught in this lesson are not limited to loan words but are applicable to every Thai word in the Thai language.


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Jul 08, 202215:27
EP27: How to ask people to repeat what they said like a native using นะ ná

EP27: How to ask people to repeat what they said like a native using นะ ná

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In this lesson, นะ is used with when you want someone to repeat their question. It’s used with question words. Please make sure to go back and listen to our episodes about question words in episodes 17, 18, 19.


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Jun 24, 202210:25
EP26: Using the word นะ (na) as a softener for commands and imperative sentences.

EP26: Using the word นะ (na) as a softener for commands and imperative sentences.

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In this episode, I will talk about using “ná” to make your commands sound softer and nicer. If you want to tell somebody to do or not do something without being offensive, this is the word that you have to use.


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Jun 17, 202209:20
EP25: Useful phrases to take a taxi in Thai

EP25: Useful phrases to take a taxi in Thai

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In this episode, you will learn how to communicate with a taxi driver in Thai.


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Jun 10, 202210:11
EP24: Changing verbs to nouns or noun phrases with the prefix "การ" (gan)

EP24: Changing verbs to nouns or noun phrases with the prefix "การ" (gan)

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In this episode, we will take a look at how we can use การ (gan) to change verbs into nouns. And then we will try to make more complex sentences with our new knowledge.


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Jun 03, 202209:56
EP23: Changing adjectives and verbs to nouns with ความ kwaam

EP23: Changing adjectives and verbs to nouns with ความ kwaam

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In this episode, you will learn about the prefix ความ kwaam that turns adjectives and verbs into nouns.

We will take a look at a lot of examples and how to use them in real sentences.


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May 31, 202212:33
EP22: Thai Culture: Marriage

EP22: Thai Culture: Marriage

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In this episode, we will talk about Thai marriage. 

You will learn a few important vocabularies related to Thai marriage such as dowry, bridesmaid, groomsmen, etc.


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May 16, 202206:30
EP21: Marriage, Love, Wedding | We just got married!

EP21: Marriage, Love, Wedding | We just got married!

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In this episode, I will talk about marriage and some interesting wedding ceremonies.


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May 05, 202213:59
EP20: Thai Verbs that can be reused again and again

EP20: Thai Verbs that can be reused again and again

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In this episode, I will talk about words and how they can be combined to make other words with different meanings. I will cover เชื่อ chêuua (to believe), เปิด bpèrt (to open), ปิด bpìt (to close), ตื่น dtèun (to wake up), ติด dtìt (to stick, jammed)


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Apr 04, 202209:43
EP19: Question Words 3 | Do you know how to use the word หรือยัง reuyang (or yet)

EP19: Question Words 3 | Do you know how to use the word หรือยัง reuyang (or yet)

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In this episode, I will cover หรือยัง rĕu yang, ไหน năi, กี่ gèe, เท่าไร tâo rai, นานเท่าไร naan tâo rai and other variations of "how". 


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Mar 24, 202216:44
EP18: Question Words 2 | Do you know some alternatives to ไหม (mai)

EP18: Question Words 2 | Do you know some alternatives to ไหม (mai)

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In this episode, we are going to cover ไหม măi, หรือเปล่า rĕu bplào, ใช่ไหม / ใช่ป๊ะ châi măi / châi bpá, หรอ rŏr, ได้ไหม dâai măi, ดีไหม dee măi

I'm sure that even if you are intermediate you will still find this episode informative because I will cover some "protip" where I will explain how you can use these words like a real Thai. Thank you, guys. See you in the next episode.


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Mar 05, 202210:49
EP17: Question Words in Thai 1 | Are you sure you are pronouncing "Who" and "How" correctly?

EP17: Question Words in Thai 1 | Are you sure you are pronouncing "Who" and "How" correctly?

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Let’s learn: Who, What, Where, How, Why, and When in Thai. Even If you already know these words you might find the protips useful. Let me help you speak Thai better! Enjoy!


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Feb 17, 202211:12
EP16: Seasons | Abandoning of some Thai Alphabet | Weather

EP16: Seasons | Abandoning of some Thai Alphabet | Weather

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Today's episode is going to be interesting for all Thai learners because we will be discussing the season, weather, and the abandonment of some Thai alphabets. We will also talk about the important logic of Thai sentence patterns and common mistakes that learners make. Are you curious how are all these subjects related? Then, listen to this episode. Enjoy and See you!


Feb 01, 202210:09
EP15: Learn Thai Months | And Thai Month Rap song.

EP15: Learn Thai Months | And Thai Month Rap song.

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In this episode, you will learn how to say the Thai months like a native. 

With some examples, jokes, and a song, hopefully, you will be able to memorize the months in Thai.

  1. มกราคม | January
  2. กุมภาพันธ์ | February
  3. มีนาคม | March
  4. เมษายน | April
  5. พฤษภาคม | May
  6. มิถุนายน | June
  7. กรกฎาคม | July
  8. สิงหาคม | August
  9. กันยายน | September
  10. ตุลาคม | October
  11. พฤศจิกายน | November
  12. ธันวาคม | December

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Jan 18, 202208:05
EP14: Did you know that Thai days are related to the Solar System?

EP14: Did you know that Thai days are related to the Solar System?

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Learn how Thai days are related to the Solar System and also how tips to shorten them in Spoken Thai.


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Jan 08, 202204:49