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How To Speak Thai Language At The Hotel
To speak Thai at the hotel, you should start by learnin […]
To speak Thai at the hotel, you should start by learning a few basic phrases. Here are some useful ones:
- Sawasdee kha/khrap: Hello (female/male)
- Khop khun kha/khrap: Thank you (female/male)
- Chan mai khrap/kha: You’re welcome (male/female)
- Chan mee phak Thai mai: Do you speak Thai?
- Chan mee khao hong kha/khrap: I have a reservation (female/male)
- Chan tong gan khun: I’m looking for (your room number)
- Mee hong rong mai? Are there any rooms available?
- Hong rong raka tee rai? How much is the room per night?
- Chan tong gan hong rong tee lae I’d like a room with a view
- Mee wifi mai? Is there Wi-Fi?
- Hong rong mee rai? What amenities does the room have?
- Chan tong gan check out: I’d like to check out
- Chan tong gan check in: I’d like to check in
When speaking Thai, it is important to use the correct tone. Thai has five tones, and each tone can change the meaning of a word. For example, the word “mai” can mean “no” or “new” depending on the tone.
Here are some tips for speaking Thai at the hotel:
- Speak slowly and clearly. Thai people are very accommodating and will be happy to help you if you need it.
- Be polite. Use the words “khrap” and “kha” to show respect.
- Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Thai people are very understanding and will appreciate your effort to speak their language.
Here is an example of a conversation you might have at the hotel in Thai:
You: Sawasdee kha. Chan mee khao hong kha.
Hotel staff: Sawasdee kha. Khop khun kha. Chan tong gan check in tee lae?
You: Chan tong gan hong rong tee lae.
Hotel staff: Mee rong rong tee lae. Hong rong raka tee rai?
You: Hong rong raka tee rai khap?
Hotel staff: Hong rong raka 2,000 baht khap.
You: Khop khun kha. Chan tong gan hong rong tee lae.
This conversation means:
You: Hello. I have a reservation.
Hotel staff: Hello. Thank you. Would you like to check in?
You: Yes, I would like a room.
Hotel staff: There are rooms available. How much would you like to pay?
You: How much is the room?
Hotel staff: The room is 2,000 baht.
You: Thank you. I would like the room.
By learning a few basic Thai phrases and following these tips, you can easily communicate with hotel staff in Thailand.