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First words in Thai
เป็นยังไงบ้าง? (Pen yang ngai bang?), How are you?
sa-WAT-dee KHRAP/KHA / pen YANG ngai BANG
สวัสดีครับ/ค่ะ (Sawatdi khrap/kha), Hello
Formal greeting
Did you know? Thai is a tonal language with 5 tones, the same syllable pronounced with a different tone can completely change its meaning. 'Maa' can mean dog, to come, horse, or to have (depending on the tone). The Thai alphabet is an abugida derived from Sanskrit, 44 consonants, 32 vowels and 4 tone marks. Consonants are divided into 3 classes (high, middle, low) that affect the tone. Politeness is ever-present in Thai: the particles 'kha' (used by women) and 'khrap' (used by men) are added at the end of sentences to show respect, forgetting them comes across as rude.
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Your typical Thai week

2 live video classes per week, Mondays and Thursdays at 8pm (Paris time). Small groups.

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8 – Jun 14, 2026
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Wed10
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Thu11
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At the restaurant: ordering
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The method

Our method for learning Thai

Step 01

Quick level test

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The curriculum

What you'll learn in Thai

A curriculum designed to get you speaking Thai in the situations that actually matter to you.

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  1. 01
    Thai alphabet: read and write the 44 consonants and 32 vowels
  2. 02
    The 5 tones of Thai: mastering tonal phonology
  3. 03
    Conversational Thai for Bangkok and everyday life
  4. 04
    Travel Thai: Chiang Mai, Phuket, Koh Samui and day-to-day survival
  5. 05
    Politeness and register: kha/khrap and royal protocol
  6. 06
    Business Thai for ASEAN markets

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about learning Thai

Tones are essential in Thai, it's a fundamental difference from non-tonal languages. Mispronouncing a tone can cause misunderstandings or awkward (even embarrassing) situations. The good news: only 5 tones (vs. 4 in Mandarin), and with regular oral practice alongside a native speaker, the reflexes come naturally. Our teachers correct tones from the very first lesson, with repetition drills and comparative audio recordings.
For a short tourist stay, transliteration (romanization) is enough. But to live in Thailand, navigating public transport, reading non-tourist menus, and understanding signs, the alphabet is essential. It can be learned in 4 to 6 weeks with daily practice. Once you've mastered the alphabet, reading Thai becomes a powerful skill, words are read phonetically.
Absolutely. Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Koh Phangan are among the world's most popular digital nomad destinations. Speaking even basic Thai lets you negotiate rent, massages, scooter rentals and night-market prices at local rates. It builds authentic relationships with neighbors and Thai colleagues. And it helps you avoid tourist traps. An A2-B1 level of Thai transforms a nomad stay into genuine cultural immersion.
Thai politeness is structured around polite particles: women say 'kha' at the end of sentences, men say 'khrap' (often reduced to 'kap'). These particles mark respect and are used throughout formal and semi-formal conversation. Register also varies by interlocutor, speaking to the king, to a monk, to a superior, or to a friend each calls for different vocabulary. Our teachers cover everyday Thai first, then build up to formal registers.
Thai and Lao are very close, mutually intelligible in roughly 70-80% of cases. Both belong to the Tai-Kadai language family. The scripts are different (the Lao alphabet resembles Thai but is distinct), but phonology and core vocabulary are similar. Learning Thai gives you a solid foundation for understanding spoken Lao.
Targumi offers 3 plans: quarterly, yearly, and lifetime access. All plans include live small-group classes with native teachers, interactive lessons, and the community. See full pricing on the pricing page.
100% online. Live classes happen twice a week in small groups via Google Meet. You can join from anywhere in the world. The mobile and web app stay accessible 24/7 for interactive lessons.
Yes. Targumi offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans. If you are not satisfied, just email [email protected] for a full refund.
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Resources

All Thai resources

Explore our free tools to progress outside of class.

Thai level test

Assess your CEFR level in 5 minutes. 30-day learning plan included.

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Thai survival kit

A hundred words and thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.

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Thai cultural quiz

How well do you know Thai culture? Films, music, traditions.

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Thai articles

Guides and articles to learn Thai.

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Thai vocabulary

Essential words and phrases organized by theme.

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Cultural resources

Podcasts, movies, TV shows and music to progress through immersion.

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“After 100 days of Thai, I discuss politics with my in-laws. my friends barely recognize me, in a good way.”

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“After 9 weeks of Thai, I participate in online discussion groups. I didn't think it would be possible this fast.”

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