Learn Thai Language

Learn Thai Language

Introduction To Thai Language
Basic Thai Grammar & Syntax
Basic Thai Vocabulary & Useful Phrases
Thai Language Textbooks & Software - Thai Language Schools & Links

Thai is a fascinating language with melodic sequences of sounds and words and an exotic, seemingly irritating alphabet which has challenged me since my first ever visit to this country. The "Thai language pages" on this website aim at giving tourists and foreign residents of Pattaya, interested in learning a bit more of Thai language than just sawat-dee krap, choke dee and check bin, a basic introduction to the fundamental grammar, phonetics and syntax of Thai language.
Thai may not be the easiest language to learn but it's definitely not as hard as it might appear initially to develop some basic Thai language skill. I have
to admit that I'm neither a qualified Thai teacher nor have I ever studied Thai "professionally" at a language school. Instead I've picked up my most basic knowledge of Thai from textbooks, dictionaries and everyday conversational practice with the locals. My Thai skills are far from being "perfect" but good enough for everyday conversation; in addition, I can read and write Thai, not fluently enough unfortunately, to read Thai-language books or newspapers, yet reasonably enough to write a simple letter, read a menu in a restaurant or a Thai-language street sign upcountry.
For in-depth studies of Thai language I would advise you to visit one of the local language schools listed below and start with an introductory course which is probably the most effective learning method for beginners.
If you are ambitious enough, however, and have sufficient faith in your self-
discipline you could as well begin with simple textbooks studies (preferably assisted by audio CDs or software programs), learn some basic vocabulary and turn the contents of your lessons into practice by simply trying to chat with the locals. No reason to be shy at all.
Still interested? Move on to the next chapter by clicking the links below.

Introduction To Thai Language
Basic Thai Grammar And Syntax
Basic Thai Vocabulary & Useful Phrases

Thai Language Textbooks & Software

For an extensive choice of easy-to-understand Thai language textbooks, English-Thai dictionaries, audio courses, learning software and even Thai alphabet keyboards for your computer, I would recommend you to visit the online bookstore of DCO Thailand Books. DCO is a Thailand-based online bookshop that has specialized in Thai language courses and software but features a wide range of literature from & about Thailand, too. Delivery both within Thailand and worldwide!

Learning Thai For English Speakers
Thai Language Courses (Software, DVD, CD)
English-Thai Dictionaries

Thai Language Schools In Pattaya

B.E.C. Language & Culture School
571/1 Moo 5, Pattaya-Naklua Road, North Pattaya
Email becmanager@hotmail.com, thaispaau@yahoo.com.au (Thai lessons also available in Melbourne, Australia)

Pattaya School Of Languages & Computers (P.L.C.)
194/10-11 Moo 9, Pattaya Klang Road, Central Pattaya
For more details visit www.plcpattaya.com

PROgress Language & Computer School
209/86-87 Pattaya Nua Road, North Pattaya (located in Soi Yume, almost opposite North Pattaya bus terminal). Email propattaya@hotmail.com

Success Language School
Chonburi (Muang), 30 minutes North of Pattaya.
For more details please visit www.successlanguages.com

Useful Links

LearningThai.com
Thai2English Dictionary
Webster's Thai-English Online Dictionary