Learn Thai in 17 minutes a day.

 
A clear plan for steady progress:
You can have a first simple conversation after about 3 hours. After about 50 hours you can hold everyday conversations fluently.
Short on time? 17 minutes a day is enough – over breakfast or on the bus. If you miss a day, the course simply picks up where you left off.
 
 
Learn Thai
How the Thai course differs from other language courses:
Recommended learning time: 17 minutes a day.
Any time, anywhere, on any device.
For bilingual relationships, to emigrate and to communicate with relatives.
The long-term memory method brings each Thai word back just before you would forget it – after 2, 4, 8 and 16 days. If you still know it, it stays. If not, it goes back into the loop.
Superlearning music: calm background music that helps you relax and focus. With it, you learn 45.1% faster. You can switch it off at any time.
You don't need a study plan:
Every day the course puts the right exercises in front of you. You open it, do your 17 minutes, and your Thai improves a little every day.
Dialogues, multiple-choice exercises, the verb trainer and the sentence construction trainer: the variety keeps your daily Thai lesson fresh. That makes it easier to come back tomorrow.

Learn Thai over the next two days completely for free Free Thai trial:

 
Learn Thai for two days – completely free.
See for yourself how the course works.
Try the exercises, the audio and the daily trainer before you decide.
Two days are enough to learn your first Thai words and see whether the method suits you.
 
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The most important words in Thai:



 
en
en-th
Hello! (m/f)
สวัสดีครับ, สวัสดีค่ะ
sàwàddee kráb, sàwàddee ká
Good morning! (m/f)
อรุณสวัสดิ์ครับ, อรุณสวัสดิ์ค่ะ
arùnsawat kráb, arùnsawat ká
Good night! (m/f)
ราตรีสวัสดิ์ครับ, ราตรีสวัสดิ์ค่ะ
radrisawat kráb, radrisawat ká
I'm going now. Goodbye! (m/f)
ไปแล้วนะครับ, ไปแล้วนะค่ะ
bái láew ná kráb, bái láew ná ká
Good bye! (m/f)
ลาก่อนครับ, ลาก่อนค่ะ
la gòn kráb, la gòn ká
yes / correct (m/f)
ใช่ครับ , ใช่ค่ะ
chái kráb, chái ká
no / not correct (m/f)
ไม่ใช่ครับ, ไม่ใช่ค่ะ
mái chái kráb, mái chái ká
 
en
en-th
maybe (+ verb)
อาจจะ
àdschá
Okay (m/f)
โอเึคครับ, โอเึคค่ะ
ok kráb, ok ká
Thank you! (m/f)
ขอบคุณครับ, ขอบคุณค่ะ
kòbkûn kráb, kòbkûn ká
You're welcome! (m/f)
ไม่เ็็้่ป็นไรครับ, ไม่เ็็้่ป็นไรค่ะ
mái bên rái kráb, mái bên rái ká
Excuse me, ... (m/f)
ขอโ่ทษ... ครับ, ขอโ่ทษ... ค่ะ
kǒ tód... kráb, kǒ tód... ká
I'm sorry. (m/f)
ขอโ่ทษครับ, ขอโ่ทษค่ะ
kǒ tód kráb, kǒ tód ká
I have … / I don't have ...
ผมมี .../ ผมไม่มี ..., ฉันมี .../ ฉันไม่มี ...
pǒm mii .../ pǒm mái mii ..., chán mii .../ chán mái mii ...
 
en
en-th
We have … / We don't have ...
เรามี .../ เราไม่มี ...
râu mii .../ râu mái mii ...
There is (no) ...
มันมี .../ มันไม่มี ...
mân mii .../ mân mái mii ...
My name is ... (m/f)
ผมชื่อ ..., ฉันชื่อ ...
pǒm dschû ..., chán dschû ...
I am coming ... (m/f)
ผมมา่จาก ..., ฉันมา่จาก...
pǒm ma jschàg ..., chán ma jschàg ...
I am ... years old. (m/f)
ผมอายุ ..., ฉันอายุ ...
pǒm ayú ..., chán ayú ...
I am married. / I am not married. (m/f)
ผมแต่งงานแล้วครับ/ ผมยังไม่แต่งงานครับ, ฉันแต่งงานแล้วค่ะ/ ฉันยังไม่แต่งงานค่ะ
pǒm dtǎng gnàn lâw/ pǒm yâng mái dtǎng gnàn, chán dtǎng gnàn lâw/ chán yâng mái dtǎng gnàn
I am traveling alone. / I am not traveling alone. (m/f)
ผมเดินทางคนเดียวครับ/ ผมไม่ได้เดินทางคนเดียวครับ, ฉันเดินทางคนเดียวค่ะ/ ฉันไม่ได้เดินทางคนเดียวค่ะ
pǒm dean tâng kon díau/ pǒm mái dái dean tâng kon díau, chán dean tâng kon díau/ chán mái dái dean tâng kon díau
 
en
en-th
I am traveling with ... (m/f)
ผมเดินทางกับ ..., ฉันเดินทางกับ ...
pǒm dean tâng gáb ..., chán dean tâng gáb ...
I don't speak any Thai.
ผมพูดไทยไม่ได้ครับ, ฉันพูดไทยไม่ได้ค่ะ
pǒm puud tai mái dái kráb, chán puud tai mái dái ká
I don't understand. (m/f)
ผมไม่เข้าใจครับ, ฉันไม่เข้าใจค่ะ
pǒm mái káujai kráb, chán mái káujai ká
Do you speak ... (m/f)
คุณพูด ... ได้ไหมครับ?, คุณพูด ... ได้ไหมค่ะ?
kun puud ... dái mâi kráb?, kun puud ... dái mâi ká?
Does anyone here speak ...? (m/f)
ที่นี่มีคนพูด ... ได้ไหมครับ?, ที่นี่มีคนพูด ... ได้ไหมค่ะ?
tíní mii kon puud ... dái mâi kráb?, tíní mii kon puud ... dái mâi ká?
English
อังกฤษ
ang grìd
French
ฝรั่งเศส
farang sèd
 
en
en-th
Please write this down. (m/f)
ช่วยเขียนให้หน่อยครับ, ช่วยเขียนให้หน่อยค่ะ
dschúǎi kíân hái noi kráb , dschúǎi kíân hái noi ká
Please repeat that:
ช่วยทวนให้หน่อยครับ, ช่วยทวนให้หน่อยค่ะ
dschúǎi tuan hái noi kráb, dschúǎi tuan hái noi ká
One moment, please. (m/f)
สักครู่ครับ, สักครู่ค่ะ
ságkrû kráb, ságkrû ká
zero
ศูนย์
sùùn
one
หนึ่ง
nùeng
two
สอง
sǒng
three
สาม
sǎm
 
 
 

Our learning methods:


With the long-term memory method, every word comes back in a fixed rhythm until it sticks. After about 50 hours you can hold everyday conversations in Thai.
 
A varied mix of exercises keeps the lessons lively and helps you keep going.
You learn words and phrases you can use straight away.
 
In the 17 Minute Languages learning community you can ask questions, swap tips with other Thai learners and team up with a learning partner.
 
Learn Thai with the long-term memory method

What is included in the Thai course:


  • The Thai beginner's course gives you a solid basic vocabulary of over 1,300 words. You reach level A1/A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
    17 minutes a day is enough. What counts is the daily routine, not long sessions.
     
    With the Thai complete package you learn 5,000 words and move up step by step from A1 to C2.
  • You learn every word in context and in complete sentences, with 42 dialogue texts to read and listen to.
  • All words and texts were recorded in our studio by native speakers of Thai:
    So you pick up clear pronunciation and the right intonation from day one.
  • Practical grammar: a short new exercise every day, so you learn the rules by using them.
  • The verb trainer and the sentence construction trainer teach you to form your own sentences – the step from single words to conversation.
Thai course contents

Online language course:


  • Latest version: the Thai beginner's course was fully revised in 2026.
  • Runs without installation on Windows, Linux, macOS, iPhone, iPad, Android smartphones and Android tablets. You can switch devices at any time.
  • The additional audio trainer lets you learn and repeat the words without a screen – when driving, for example.
  • We have been making language courses since 2002 – over 540,000 courses sold.
  • You pay once and use the course for 10 years. There is no subscription that keeps charging you month after month.
  • 31-day money-back guarantee:
    You have 31 days to decide whether the course is right for you.
    If you are not completely satisfied, we refund 100% of the price – no questions asked.
 
Thai course for beginners

This course compared with other providers:

 
17 Minute Languages
Other providers
Long-term memory method:
words that stick
Daily trainer:
your lesson is ready every day
Superlearning music:
calm background music to help you focus
Audio trainer:
learn without a screen
Sound quality of
words and texts
Recorded in our studio
by native speakers
Often computer-generated voices
Payment
One-off payment, no subscription
Often a monthly subscription
 

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How to make steady progress in Thai:


Make steady progress in Thai with 17 Minute Languages
The daily trainer picks your exercises for you, matched to your level. It brings each word back for review at the right moment.
 
Learn over 1,300 Thai words and reach level A1/A2
With the beginner's course you learn over 1,300 words and reach level A1/A2.
 
With the complete package you learn 5,000 words and work your way up from A1 to C2.
 
The complete package also contains many more lessons and texts than the beginner's course, so you get much deeper into Thai.
Daily trainer
In the daily trainer you first read, listen to and learn the new words.
You then review them in a set pattern: sometimes you reveal the translation, sometimes you pick it in a multiple-choice exercise.
 
Over the next few days, each new word comes back just before you would forget it. A word you get wrong goes back into the loop until you know it.
That is how you memorise the translation, the pronunciation and the spelling of each word.
 
Thai texts to read and listen to
Words alone do not make a language. So you also get texts and dialogues to read and listen to, matched to the words you have just learnt.
With the sentence construction trainer you practise putting complete sentences together.
 
Thai verb trainer
The course also includes a verb trainer, so you can practise the Thai verb forms until you get them right.
 
Pick up where you left off
The course carries on exactly where you left off – you don't have to look for the right lesson.
Whether you study for three minutes, 17 minutes or an hour a day is up to you.
 
Elements that keep you motivated
There are also a few extras that keep you motivated:
For every word you learn, you earn points.
The longer you study on a given day, the more points each word earns you.
Study on several days in a row and your learning streak earns you an extra bonus.
 
Exchange points for bonuses
After each session you can compare your score with other learners and exchange points for bonuses – a bit like a frequent flyer programme.
On days when you study for an especially long time, there is a small surprise at the end.
Learn a little longer than yesterday and you earn extra points – and more bonuses.
 
Audio for the Thai vocabulary
Each word is illustrated and was recorded in our studio by native speakers of Thai – no computer voice.
 
17 Minute Languages learning community
You are not learning on your own: in our learning community you can compare notes with other learners and find a learning partner.
 
Vocabulary in English and Thai
The course runs online. Use it on your computer, smartphone or tablet and switch devices whenever you like. You have 10 years of access.
After your daily lesson you can start the audio trainer with today's new words and the ones you got wrong.
You hear each word in English and Thai and repeat it.
That helps the words stick.
 
Have a conversation in Thai
The Thai course takes you from your first words to real conversations: a first simple exchange after about 3 hours, fluent after about 50 hours.
The words you learn come back until they stick.
Step by step you build whole sentences – and you start talking in Thai.
 
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See how many people are learning with 17 Minute Languages right now:

Thai learning statistics, trends and diagrams

How long does it take on average to reach a certain level in Thai?


A0🕑 4.1 hours ­(Basic vocabulary – 300 words)
A1🕑 8.2 hours ­(Level A1 – 600 words)
A2🕑 19.0 hours ­(Level A2 – 1,300 words)
B1🕑 29.4 hours ­(Level B1 – 2,100 words)
B2🕑 41.6 hours ­(Level B2 – 3,000 words)
C1🕑 54.9 hours ­(Level C1 – 4,000 words)
C2🕑 70.8 hours ­(Level C1 – 5,000 words)

What are the personal reasons for learning Thai?

Bilingual relationship 31.1 %
Emigration 25.2 %
Travelling 16.4 %
Communicate with relatives 7.9 %
School, studies or internship 6.0 %
Improving memory 5.1 %
Getting to know new cultures 3.4 %
International friendships 2.6 %
Job and career 1.9 %

How old are Thai learners?

Mobile (iOS, Android)
PC (Windows, Mac, Linux)

10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90

How long do users learn Thai every day?


3 minutes:     6.0 %
5 minutes:     8.3 %
7 minutes:     2.8 %
10 minutes:     10.8 %
17 minutes:     51.5 %
20 minutes:     5.8 %
30 minutes:     3.6 %
45 minutes:     2.0 %
60 minutes:     5.4 %
90 minutes:     1.7 %
120 minutes:     1.5 %

How much faster do you learn Thai with Superlearning music?

This is how long it takes on average to learn Thai words in the daily trainer using the long-term memory learning method:
 
1,000 = 20.2 hours
♫ + 1,000 = 11.1 hours
2,000 = 40.5 hours
♫ + 2,000 = 22.2 hours
3,000 = 60.8 hours
♫ + 3,000 = 33.4 hours
Time saved with Superlearning: 45.1%
 
1,000 words without Superlearning = 20.2 hours
1,000 words with Superlearning = 11.1 hours
★ Saved: 9.1 hours
 
2,000 words without Superlearning = 40.5 hours
2,000 words with Superlearning = 22.2 hours
★ Saved: 18.3 hours
 
3,000 words without Superlearning = 60.8 hours
3,000 words with Superlearning = 33.4 hours
★ Saved: 27.4 hours
 

Which devices are used for learning?


Windows PC:  37.3 %
Android phone:  27.7 %
iPhone:  13.2 %
Mac:  7.5 %
iPad:  7.2 %
Linux PC:  3.9 %
Android tablet:  3.2 %

Where do users learn Thai?


At home 81.5 %
On the go 1.5 %
Both 16.9 %

 
Source of all learning statistics: Thai online language course, with data from 4,311 Thai learners.
 

 

If you have learned Thai with 17 Minute Languages, you will have these advantages:


Build your career!

  • You will increase your professional opportunities now that you can speak Thai more confidently.
  • You now have the skills to work in Thailand whenever you wish.

Meet new people!

  • Every new language opens a door to a new world for you.
    You will meet many new and interesting people!
    Who knows: maybe the love of your life speaks Thai?
  • Are you in a bilingual relationship?
    You can impress your partner by speaking Thai!

Unforgettable experiences!

  • Broaden your horizons as you travel to Thailand.
    If you can speak Thai, your trip will become an unforgettable experience:
    You will understand the country and its people better.

Make more of your free time!

  • You will be able to watch movies in Thai!
  • What a joy it is to be able to read a book in Thai!

Stay in great mental shape!

  • Scientific studies have shown:
    Continued learning increases quality of life and life expectancy.
  • Train your brain!
    Studies have shown that learning languages helps stave off dementia and Alzheimer's.

 

 

Free Thai trial version

 
Test the Thai course for free and get lots of study tips as well.
 

 
Thai long term memory learning method

 

The long-term memory learning method of 17 Minute Languages:
Learn and never forget


The Thai long-term memory learning method is based on the latest findings from research on vocabulary learning.
 
You learn all the vocabulary of the Thai course from the beginning and repeat it in a systematic way until it is stored in your long-term memory.
This way you will remember the vocabulary permanently.
learn Thai with long term method
 
Thai language course
 
Here's how the long-term method works:
 
  1. First thing on the following day you have to correctly translate this word.
  2. The program then waits for two days.
    On the third day you will be prompted by the same word again.
    You then have to translate it correctly.
  3. The program then waits 4 more days.
    On day seven, the same word will prompt you once more.
  4. The program then waits 8 more days.
    On the fifteenth day you will be prompted by the same word yet again.
  5. The program then waits a final 16 days.
    You have to correctly translate the word just one more time.

If you knew the word on each occasion, by this time you will never forget it!
It is permanently stored in your long-term memory.
(Important to know: if you forget the word to be learned on any occasion during the repetition phase, the repetition starts again.)
 
With this learning method, you will learn all of the vocabulary in this Thai course.
New words will be added to your lessons every day.
Your vocabulary will grow rapidly.
 

Daily trainer for learning Thai:
The quick-learning system


The daily trainer guides you through all the lessons of your language course on each learning day – according to your learning level.
 
Each learning unit begins with the course evaluating your specific knowledge level, then systematically teaching all the content from the language course in a structured manner:
1
Vocabulary
Using numerous innovative test methods, you will learn and repeat the Thai vocabulary until it is stored in your long-term memory.
You will be able to recall these words automatically as they are now stored in your long-term memory.
2
Words in long-term memory:
Upon completing the daily trainer, an overview is presented displaying all words that are now part of your long-term memory.
3
Add your own vocabulary:
You are interested in a certain topic but you can hardly find any vocabulary about it in your language course?
No problem!
You have the option of entering your own words with your translation into Thai.
Your new words will then be entered and integrated in the daily trainer in the same way as the vocabulary contained in the course.
4
To keep the daily trainer exciting and innovative every day, these different learning topics are not treated in separate blocks, but are presented according to the subject matter and your learning level.
This approach keeps your daily learning dynamic and motivates you to spend a bit more time learning during each session.
5
Texts, phrases and idioms
The vocabulary is broken down into themes, and you will learn sentences in the context of each theme from the many authentic set texts and dialogues.
Soon, you can look forward to reading books and watching films in Thai in the original language.
6
Sentence construction trainer
With the help of the sentence construction trainer you will learn to build sentences in Thai in a relaxed and creative way!
The program automatically corrects your work.
So you will quickly grasp how sentences are built in Thai.
7
Verb trainer
It is the verbs that are at the heart of every language.
Here you will learn the most important verbs and their conjugated forms; you will also learn how to use the right tenses in Thai.
8
Learn Thai grammar:
The rules of the language are included in your daily trainer: with the help of clearly explained grammar chapters – illustrated by examples – you will learn Thai grammar from scratch and according to a didactically meaningful system.

 
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Thai insider learning community
 

17 Minute Languages' exclusive insider learning community


When you have completed your daily tasks you have the possibility to transfer your score online.
 
The leaderboard allows you to compare yourself with other hard-working learners.
Check out who is behind the top scores (of all courses).
Similar to a frequent flyer programme, you can convert the points earned in the course into over 50 rewarding presents.
 
The more you learn, the more you earn :)
Connect with others!
Share your knowledge and grow together with our insider learning community of 17 Minute Languages.
 
Find a tandem partner from Thailand and support and motivate each other while learning.
 
Make interesting friends with other Thai learners or people from Thailand.
 
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Free Thai trial version

 
Test the Thai course for free and get lots of study tips as well.
 

 

Diverse activities that are enjoyable and captivating:


Variety is key to learning.
To increase your motivation for daily learning, your language course offers varied and engaging learning methods, visualisations and bonuses.
 
This course will motivate you to learn every day and you will be speaking fluent Thai in no time.
learn Thai with a variety of daily tasks
New vocabulary is introduced to you in the course according to a carefully designed system.
You practise the vocabulary repeatedly until you know it inside out.
The program is designed to grow as your knowledge grows.
Between repetitions, you'll encounter new words as part of diverse daily tasks.
varied learning methods for fluent Thai
With varied learning methods such as illustrated vocabulary, multiple-choice questions, matching games, translation exercises and dictations, you are guaranteed lasting learning enjoyment.
points for all Thai vocabulary you have learned
You will receive points for all the vocabulary you have learned - and the longer you learn, the more points you earn.
Of course, what use is there in earning points if you can't redeem them for rewards?
That's why you can gradually exchange your collected points for valuable rewards.
Thai course with detailed statistics
We have implemented detailed statistics that will tell you exactly how extensive your knowledge is in Thai.
You can choose to compare your scores with other learners time and time again.
Thai verb trainer
Verbs are at the heart of every language.
A verb trainer has been developed specifically for you.
This training program will teach you frequently used verbs and all their tenses.
studying Thai with everyday dialogues
Typical everyday dialogues are narrated by professional native speakers and set to music to give you that authentic feel of real situations you are very likely to encounter.
fluent Thai with superlearning music
Superlearning music, a favourite element, is included in all language courses to ensure a relaxed language learning experience.
(Of course you can also learn without this music.)
meditation practice to learn Thai
For complete relaxation, you can do a guided meditation after each learning session.
This means that each of your learning sessions ends in complete relaxation.
network with tandem partners
Get involved with our learning partner group:
You have the opportunity to find learning or tandem partners to study together and to support and motivate each other.
course with Thai grammar
During the course we will introduce you to Thai grammar.
Step by step, the course introduces you to all the important rules of the language and gives you an understanding of the grammar with entertaining exercises.
 
 

 
Thai

Learn Thai 32.9% faster with Superlearning music


learn Thai with Superlearning
Your learning will be accelerated by next-generation superlearning meditation music.
You will hear music that will deeply relax you.
 
Within a very short time you will become very focused:
You will be completely calm, breathing slowly and deeply and be able to concentrate completely on the Thai vocabulary.
 
You will also be able to concentrate on the Thai course longer than without superlearning music, as you will be less distracted.
 
learn Thai with meditation
The superlearning music includes 'binaural beats' (a sound wave) known for their health benefits: increased memory, relaxation and reduced anxiety.
 
You must wear headphones in order to experience the benefits.
 
You can use the superlearning music any time!
You might like to try it when you're working or studying for exams.
 
And of course you can switch the superlearning music off at any time, if you would prefer to learn without music.

 
Versatile dialogues and useful phrases for Thai

Versatile dialogues and useful phrases


All words and dialogues have been recorded by a Thai native speaker.
 
From the very beginning, you will learn clear, accent-free pronunciation and correct emphasis.
 
The texts and phrases were developed through the cooperation of a linguist and a Thai native speaker.
 
In this course, you will learn how Thai is really spoken in Thailand.
 

Content of texts and dialogues:


You will accompany the two main characters of the language course on their holidays and in their day-to-day lives at home in 42 different dialogues.
Alongside them, you'll come across key scenarios likely to occur during your vacations or while at home with your partner.
In the many dialogues provided, you will practice sentences that you can really use.
When you work with the dialogues provided in this course, you will improve your conversation skills day by day.
 
en
en-th
On holiday
ในช่วงพักร้อน
Theera is on holiday in the South of Thailand. He meets Wannee.
ธีระอยู่ในช่วงพักร้อนที่ภาคใต้ เขาพบวรรณี
Hello, my name’s Theera.
สวัสดีครับ ผมชื่อธีระ
I am twenty-six.
ผมอายุยี่สิบหกปีครับ
Nice to meet you. My name is Wannee.
ยินดีที่ได้รู้จักคุณค่ะ ฉันชื่อวรรณี
Where do you come from?
คุณมาจากที่ไหนค่ะ
I’m from Bangkok.
ผมมาจากกรุงเทพครับ
Welcome! Are you here on holiday?
ยินดีต้อนรับค่ะ มาพักร้อนหรือคะ
 
en
en-th
At a café
ที่ร้านกาแฟ
Theera is hungry and thirsty.
ธีระหิวข้าวและหิวน้ำ
He goes to a café and sits down at a free table.
เขาเดินไปที่ร้านกาแฟและนั่งลงตรงโต๊ะที่ว่าง
The waitress comes over to him.
พนักงานเสิร์ฟเดินเข้ามาหาเขา
What would you like to drink?
ต้องการจะดื่มอะไรคะ
A cup of coffee and a glass of water, please.
กาแฟที่หนึ่งและน้ำเปล่าแก้วหนึ่งครับ
Would you also like something to eat?
ต้องการจะทานอาหารด้วยไหมคะ
Do you have sandwiches?
มีแซนด์วิชหรือเปล่าครับ
 
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Theera‘s flat
ที่ห้องพักธีระ
Theera and Wannee are talking about Theera‘s apartment.
ธีระและวรรณีคุยกันถึงอพาร์ทเมนท์ของธีระ
I like the way you‘ve furnished the rooms.
เธอตกแต่งห้องสวยดี
Everything looks bright with this big window.
หน้าต่างบานใหญ่ทำให้ห้องดูสว่าง
Thanks. I‘m very pleased I found this flat.
ขอบคุณครับ ผมดีใจที่หาห้องอาศัยนี้เจอ
It wasn't easy at all.
ไม่ใช่เรื่องง่ายเลย
I would also prefer to live in a flat on my own.
ฉันอยากจะอยู่ในห้องอาศัยตามลำพังอย่างนี้เหมือนกัน
Well, I can understand that.
ผมเข้าใจครับ
 
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The letter
จดหมาย
Theera writes a letter to his older brother.
ธีระเขียนจดหมายถึงพี่ชายของเขา
Dear elder brother,
พี่ชายที่รัก
How are you? I haven't seen you in a long time.
สบายดีไหม ผมไม่ได้พบพี่นานแล้ว
I hope grandpa is okay. Is he healthy again?
ผมหวังว่าปู่จะมีสุขภาพดีและแข็งแรงขึ้น
I have some good news for you. I‘ve met a girl.
ผมมีข่าวดีจะแจ้งให้พี่ทราบ ผมได้ทำความรู้จักกับหญิงสาวคนหนึ่ง
Her name is Wannee and she's from Chiang Mai.
เธอชื่อวรรณี มาจากเชียงใหม่
We met on holiday.
เราได้พบกันในช่วงที่ผมไปพักร้อน
 
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Renting a car
การเช่ารถ
Theera has invited Wannee. He wants to take her along to his parents.
ธีระได้เชิญวรรณี เขาต้องการให้เธอไปพบพ่อแม่กับเขาด้วย
They rent a car in order to drive there.
พวกเขาเช่ารถเพื่อจะไปที่นั่น
Theera dials the number of the car rental company.
ธีระเลือกเบอร์โทรศัพท์ของร้านรถเช่า
Hello. I'd like to rent a car for two weeks from next Saturday.
สวัสดีครับ ผมต้องการเช่ารถตั้งแต่วันเสาร์หน้าเป็นเวลาสองสัปดาห์ครับ
Do you still have a car available for this time?
คุณยังมีรถว่างในช่วงเวลานี้หรือเปล่าครับ
You're in luck. For that period there are still two cars available.
คุณโชคดีค่ะ ช่างเวลานี้ยังมีรถว่างอีกสองคัน
Would you prefer a small sports car or do you want a big car?
คุณอยากจะได้รถสปอร์ทคันเล็กๆ หรือรถคันใหญ่คะ
 

Step by step, the verb trainer guides you through each verb and its various conjugations


 
At the heart of every language are the verbs.
You will begin with the most frequently used verbs and all their conjugated forms.
When you recognise and form verbs correctly, you have already learned the most important part of grammar and can now form meaningful sentences.
 
With the verb trainer, you will learn how to conjugate the most frequently used verbs, how to use the verbs in constructing sentences and apply the tenses correctly in Thai.
 
When you master this you have already learned the essentials of Thai grammar.
You will understand sentences and confidently have your first conversations in Thai.
 
The verb trainer will systematically teach you all important verbs in all tenses within the first few days.
The playful exercises build on each other making it very easy for you to follow.
 
See how verbs are formed in Thai here:
 
to have
มี
I have
ฉันมี
you have
คุณมี
he has
เขามี
we have
เรามี
you have
แกมี
they have
พวกเขามี
to be
เป็น
I am
ฉันเป็น
you are
คุณเป็น
he is
เขาเป็น
we are
เราเป็น
you are
แกเป็น
they are
พวกเขาเป็น
to go
ไป
I go
ฉันไป
you go
คุณไป
he goes
เขาไป
we go
เราไป
you go
แกไป
they go
พวกเขาไป
can
สามารถ
I can
ฉันสามารถ
you can
คุณสามารถ
he can
เขาสามารถ
we can
เราสามารถ
you can
แกสามารถ
they can
พวกเขาสามารถ
you can (formal)
ท่านสามารถ (ทางการ)
to do
ทำ
I do
ฉันทำ
you do
คุณทำ
he does
เขาทำ
we do
เราทำ
you do
แกทำ
they do
พวกเขาทำ
I have had
ฉันมีแล้ว
you have had
คุณมีแล้ว
he has had
เขามีแล้ว
she has had
เธอมีแล้ว
we have had
เรามีแล้ว
you have had
แกมีแล้ว
they have had
พวกเขามีแล้ว
I have been
ฉันเคยแล้ว
you have been
คุณเคยแล้ว
he has been
เขาเคยแล้ว
she has been
เธอเคยแล้ว
we have been
เราเคยแล้ว
you have been
แกเคยแล้ว
they have been
พวกเขาเคยแล้ว
I have gone
ฉันไปแล้ว
you have gone
คุณไปแล้ว
he has gone
เขาไปแล้ว
she has gone
เธอไปแล้ว
we have gone
เราไปแล้ว
you have gone
แกไปแล้ว
they have gone
พวกเขาไปแล้ว
I have done
ฉันทำแล้ว
you have done
คุณทำแล้ว
he has done
เขาทำแล้ว
she has done
เธอทำแล้ว
we have done
เราทำแล้ว
you have done
แกทำแล้ว
they have done
พวกเขาทำแล้ว
I will have
ฉันจะมี
you will have
คุณจะมี
he will have
เขาจะมี
we will have
เราจะมี
you will have
แกจะมี
they will have
พวกเขาจะมี
I will be
ฉันจะเป็น
you will be
คุณจะเป็น
he will be
เขาจะเป็น
we will be
เราจะเป็น
you will be
แกจะเป็น
they will be
พวกเขาจะเป็น
I will go
ฉันจะไป
you will go
คุณจะไป
he will go
เขาจะไป
we will go
เราจะไป
you will go
แกจะไป
they will go
พวกเขาจะไป
I will do
ฉันจะทำ
you will do
คุณจะทำ
he will do
เขาจะทำ
we will do
เราจะทำ
you will do
แกจะทำ
they will do
พวกเขาจะทำ
Is there ... ?
มี ... หรือไม่
May I ... ?
ฉันขออนุญาต ... ได้หรือไม่
I need ...
ฉันต้องการ ...
Where is ... ?
... อยู่ที่ไหน
What is ... ?
... คืออะไร
How much is ... ?
... เท่าไหร่
I would like to have ...
ฉันอยากจะได้ ...
Can you ... ?
คุณ ... ได้หรือไม่
Can you (formal) ... ?
รบกวน ... ได้หรือไม่
          
 

Thai grammar, clearly and simply explained


An application-oriented, detailed grammar is an essential part of the course and explains the grammar rules to you systematically, clearly and with many examples.
 
Explained step by step and vividly, the rules of the language become familiar to you. After only a short learning time, you will be able to form simple, correct Thai sentences.
 
For every rule you will always find clear example sentences and well-arranged tables that not only deepen your grammar knowledge and reinforce what you have learned, but also expand your vocabulary.
 
For the grammar chapters, the daily trainer presents you with numerous easy-to-understand exercises that help you internalise the grammar rules quickly.
 
Thai grammar: rules explained step by step

Grammar

The complete Thai grammar is part of your course: every rule explained step by step, with new exercises every day.

Thai sentence construction trainer


Thai sentence building trainer
You will find the Thai Sentence Construction Trainer integrated into your language course.
This program teaches you to form sentences in Thai quickly and correctly.
 
This is how you practise sentence construction in Thai:
 
You see a short sentence in Thai broken down into its building blocks, the individual words.
Your task now is to put the individual words in the correct order.
 
You learn the vocabulary in the context of complete sentences and with each exercise you improve your sentence structure in Thai.
 
You will learn Thai even faster and become more confident in speaking every day.
 
 

Thai conversation trainer


At the beginning of learning Thai it is very important that you can start to form sentences quickly and have important phrases in Thai at hand.
You can achieve this important foundation in a short time with the Thai conversation trainer.
 
The conversation trainer is part of the Thai course and teaches you sentences, sentence building blocks and phrases right from the start.
The topics are as follows:
 
  • greetings & farewells
  • small talk
  • introducing yourself
  • asking your first questions
  • talking about hobbies
  • reading labels, signs and tags
  • requesting meals in restaurants and coffee shops
  • ask for prices
  • book a room
  • make phone calls in Thai
  • organise everything when travelling
  • appointments and dates
  • write e-mails
  • rent a car
  • travel by public transport
  • and much more!
Thai conversation trainer

 

 
Order the Thai course and start immediately »
 

 

One online course suitable for all your devices: laptop, tablet and smartphone


You can use the Thai online course on all your devices and switch back and forth between them as you like.
 
The course can be used with any smartphone (Android, iPhone), any tablet (iPad, Android or Windows) and any computer running Windows (11, 10, 8, 7), Linux or macOS.
 
You can pick up where you left off, regardless of the device.
 

 
Practice Thai in the morning on the train using your iPhone or Android smartphone.
You can pick up where you left off during your lunch break on your laptop, using Windows, Linux or on a Mac.
In the evenings, you can kick back in your favourite spot and learn while you relax, whether it's on your iPad, Windows or Android tablet.

Bonus: Additional Audio-Trainer


As an extra to the Thai learning software you get the Thai audio trainer.
 
The audio trainer teaches you in blocks of 5 minutes, which you can play manually or via autoplay function – ideal if you don't have a free hand.
You will be able to consolidate what you have learned and learn new words.
 
You can listen to the Thai audio trainer on your mobile phone or run it on your PC.
 
To help you remember the words even better, we have added the superlearning music to the background of each track.
With the audio trainer you learn Thai just by listening, almost without noticing, for example:
...when doing physical activity or riding a bike
...while driving
...while sitting comfortably on the sofa at home
...on the train or bus
...in between breaks or waiting periods

Audio trainer example 1



 

Audio trainer example 2



 
 

Want to refresh your Thai or expand your existing knowledge?


If you already know some Thai and would like to expand your existing Thai knowledge, you can take a placement test for Thai right at the beginning of the language course.
You will then start learning at exactly the perfect point for you.
 
If you learned Thai a long time ago, but have forgotten a lot of words, we recommend that you start at the very beginning.
 
You will move through the course quickly: for each word, you can quickly tag whether you already knew it or whether it is new to you.
 
Verbs, texts and grammar will be repeatedly shown to you throughout the course with new content.
You can decide for yourself at any time what else you would like to learn.
This way you only learn new things and quickly revise everything you might have forgotten.
 

Professionally recorded Thai texts and vocabulary


All vocabulary and texts are spoken by a Thai native speaker.
You can listen to and repeat each of the 1,300 words as well as the 42 dialogue texts as often as you'd like.
 
In all the learning methods and tests, the vocabulary and lines of text are played for you.
You constantly repeat the correct pronunciation.
 
You learn clear and accent-free pronunciation with the correct emphasis!
learn Thai with native speakers

 

Free Thai trial version

 
Test the Thai course for free and get lots of study tips as well.
 
 

You are protected by our money-back guarantee:


Test the language course without any risk.
If you are not completely satisfied, we will refund 100% of the purchase price.
No questions asked.
 
Order your Thai course now »

 

You get immediate access to the language course:


When you order the course and pay by credit card or PayPal, you get immediate access to your online course.
You only pay once – this is not a subscription model as is the case with other providers.
You can use your course for 10 years.
 
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What do our clients say
... regarding the learning methods of the language courses


"The varied learning possibilities are gorgeous! They have something in store for everyone.
Especially being able to print flashcards has been new to me and I think it's brilliant! They are really easy to print and front and back are fitting on top of each other! The everyday situations make learning much easier since sentences out of everyday life are a great motivation learning a language. Learning varies at all times because there are so many different ways teaching myself the language."

   (Kelly Roberts)
 
"It speaks the words so I can hear pronunciation instead of just guessing how written words might sound.
I also like the multitude of ways the words are presented: written words, pictures, fill in the blank sentences, spoken dialogue, etc.
This allowed me to speak more authentically and to learn the words more thoroughly.
This is the best program I have used."

   (Ashley Crust)
 
"It is a more fun approach than other courses.
I like the repetition rhythm of words I do not know. I need a visual approach to support aural learning."

   (Andrea Matrosovs)
 
"I am very content with your language course and I really enjoy learning with it. I like the well-structured way of the course and the wide-ranging possibilities which make learning so much easier and varying as well. Besides I think it's great you can choose to listen to the language as often as you want to as well as being able to print the vocabulary on flashcards. In any case I would love to thank the experts who developed the course very much! It's fun to learn a new language with this course!"
   (Gillian Smith)
 
"Early days yet but ... I like the challenge created by the various ways of presenting the words / expressions presented in the learning process.
Both passive and active recall are interspersed following your own system and the dynamic variation keeps the experience 'fresh'.
I'm old and have a problem with short-term memory but I notice that the repetitions and 'recycling' are paying off.
Recognition is simple but recall of the target item from the English is slow. I'll get there in the end!
By combining this course (for vocabulary) with other input, I am making fair progress."

   (Piet Wade)
 

What our clients say
... about the long term memory learning method


"I've been mostly impressed by the long-term method for learning new vocabulary, since I didn't expect to know the vocabulary after a pretty long break. The explanation of the psychological backgrounds and the systematics of the memory performance respectively makes the learning methods much more comprehensible."
   (Scott Wilkinson)
 
"The long-term memory learning method for keeping vocabulary in long-term memory is, in my opinion, particularly efficient. Thereby you are developing ambition which keeps you going. Also the pages which hide the vocab are tremendously good to get a quick overview and are very suitable to repeat in fast track. I find the displaying of the last seven wrong inputs in the long-term memory learning method very supportive."
   (Frank Collins)
 
"I particularly like the vocabulary-learning function with the long-term memory learning method. Not only is this method incredibly efficient but also very motivating, because success becomes apparent immediately and you can feel certain having the vocabulary stored in your long-term memory. A great advantage are the crystal clear voice recordings which don't leave you thinking about the pronunciation and makes naturally learning possible."
   (Guillaume Guerrin)
 
"I've been using this language course for 4 months intensively. I think it's really convenient having the possibility to repeat the vocabulary regularly with the long-term memory learning method. I really enjoy this program for it keeps asking until the correlate word is typed in correctly. Moreover the digital speech of the respective vocabulary is also great."
   (Gautam Kumars)
 
"I'd learned this language already basically before but I could hardly remember anything about my basics, nevertheless I was able to reaccess the language. For this I'm sure the clear and logical structure of the language course is crucial and also the opportunity to operate within the program in so many different ways."
   (Jean-Baptiste Novak)
 
"Every day before I go to sleep I'm practising my vocabulary with the long-term memory learning method. By purchasing your software I've made a good decision since it's fun learning and gives me a sense of achievement most of the time. As far as I'm concerned this course enhanced my linguistic knowledge because its design is varying. Another great advantage is the course being suitable for all kinds of operating systems. This is what I really like about it since I'm a Linux user and therefore limited concerning software."
   (Chris Worthingham)
 
"I was especially amazed by learning with the long-term method. The recordings of the entire vocabulary and dialogues sound very natural and realistic since they were all spoken by native speakers. Putting it in a nutshell, it's a well-made language course."
   (Marcus Großkautz)
 
"I really do like learning using the long term memory learning method. Using the PC is much simpler than writing manually. Moreover using the PC is much more efficient since you cannot cheat yourself - The system is correcting every single mistake also including emphasis which are also registered. Storing the different levels makes repeating the vocabulary and the texts based on the flashcard principle possible and thereby more effective. Learning foreign languages has become a hobby to me - for me, personally, it is not only learning by heart but a leisure pursuit."
   (Emily Snyder)
 
"From an educational view the long term memory learning method is very well-structured.
We are able to store the results. Also we think the gap texts are great and the pronunciation of the audio files is especially audible and clear.
The lessons are kept short which is favourable respecting our age. Thank you very much for this language course."

   (Richard & Francis Pennyworthy)
 
"It's very beneficial being able to organize your individual schedule and also being able to print out the entire course. The variety of the teaching materials is also great.
When it comes to learning vocabulary by using the long term memory learning method you only decide once how long you would like to learn per day. Once you've decided on how long you want to learn a day, this will be happening automatically afterwards. So, once you get started you will pull through.
This is also very helpful when having a hard time with motivation. Being able to decide on your own how long you want to learn makes this course "feasible"."

   (Henry Smalls)
 
"The long term memory learning method makes sure the learned language remains "available". In comparison to other language courses the vocabulary is spoken and recorded by native speakers thus it's possible to speak virtually accent-free. The vocabulary being taught makes you capable to communicate with native speakers easily. People who struggle to organize themselves when it comes to learning a language are given the opportunity to work on daily exercises. What has made me choose your course is being able to determine by yourself how much and when you want to learn. The course provides a great variety of different learning aids. They really have something in store for everyone."
   (Joseph Holmes)
 

Customer reviews
... about the daily trainer


"I enjoy the daily exercise program because it's easy to work on and it's varying. Mostly I use the long term memory learning method and the quick repetition. This course allows me to continue my studies on a daily basis and I feel really really motivated to learn another language."
   (Jason Big)
 
"I like the interval repetition, the division in levels and the monitor how much time is left to achieve a level, I like the reward system, when it is possible to get other courses in other languages, I like the meditation music."
   
 
"The daily exercises are the greatest thing about this learning software. In this way I'm able to learn in a structured way. Thereby, I can learn both the vocabulary training and text exercises quickly and continuously. Moreover I'm convinced by the different methods of vocabulary training and different learning methods. Above all the text input and the automatic testing of your knowledge gives me a quick and really good result."
   (Chris Osborne)
 
"I find the daily exercises very encouraging. Having the possibility to exchange information with others and also motivate each other online helps me stay motivated. In general the program is designed logically and very comprehensible. "
   (Mason Spooner)
 
"I am given the possibility to determine the learning rate myself. The daily exercises are giving me the pressure necessary I need to do them.
Apparently different brain areas are getting activated by different learning methods of the program. In my own case, the learning success seems to be lasting."

   (Craig Miller)
 
"I like the lessons being divided in daily exercises.
Still, I can decide by myself independently how much I'd like to learn. That way learning never gets boring.
I further like the speakers being native speakers. From the beginning, you are offered short texts which you can gradually elaborate."

   (Frank Roy)
 
"The daily exercises are encouraging me to really stay focused even though there are no new words added. Regardless of whether working on quick repetition or text input: The recorded vocabulary combined with the written word itself is perfect for me."
   (Sabine Schwarz)
 
"The daily exercises learning method seems very effective. It gives you a well-structured schedule that guides you through the program.
And if there is time left you could additionally use further training methods."

   (Gunther Rummel)
 

What our clients say
... in regard to structure and content of the programme


"This course has broadened my vocabulary knowledge tremendously.
For me personally, listening to texts and thereby improving my own pronunciation was particularly helpful. Of course this is really motivating, helpful and is giving me a feeling of getting more and more confident when communicating with native speakers. The method by which you acquire vocabulary is excellent - at the same time it's a fantastic exercise to train my brain."

   (Bill Green)
 
"I like being drilled - and measured against A1/A2 proficiency. I also like the dialogs. I go back over them again and again. (Occasionally the dialog translations are not real accurate but they do give the meaning.) After reading dialogs, I will also type them into my own document, give me a good practice writing. I also like the dictation."
   (Ira Lund)
 
"I appreciate the course's systematic regarding the structure, the clarity regarding the titles you can click on.
I also like being able to print out whatever I like and having the correcting aid at my disposal. It's very beneficial having the opportunity to listen to the appropriate vocabulary. This course is definitely meeting my expectations!"

 
"I like the learning units being split in small very achievable units. The vocabulary being taught is very applicable especially for beginners - that's what I really like since I want to learn this language only on a "vacation" kind of level. Additionally I want to point out the learning monitoring and the opportunity given to print out the vocabulary which makes learning a lot easier for me."
   (Mark Curtis)
 
"I'm very pleased with this course and it helps a lot with my studies. This course is especially helpful when it comes to learning vocabulary and a proper pronunciation. I'm pretty sure I would have given up learning this language if it wasn't for this course. I like the lessons being short and therefore clear. Also the flashcards which can be printed out are great for taking with you and learn whenever I feel like studying."
   (Holly Wilkinson)
 
"The program is well-structured and clearly represented. The vocabulary tests are also tremendously effective since you cannot cheat. They are repeated over and over again until each vocabulary can be answered perfectly from every point of view."
   (Dorothy Blake)
 
"I'm really motivated by the short and not too challenging lessons. They encourage me to hang in there because they are easy to process by the self-learning principle. I really like the versatile testing options. Each term or sentence can be repeated - this way the pronunciation can be memorized much better."
   (Christen Nixon)
 
"The lessons are very versatile. This program also provides the possibility to print out cards which I think is very crucial. Since we're getting ready to move these lessons are great to get prepared.
This course is great!"

   (Tess Carlson)
 
"I was positively surprised by the many lessons. The lessons aren't stuffed full and contain an appropriate amount of vocabulary. The dialogue texts are well-chosen and the basic vocabulary is extensive.
The flash cards which can be printed are a good learning method - it really worked out for me."

   (Nicki Chestnut)
 

What our clients say
... about the price/performance ratio of the language courses


"What I like most about the course is the long term memory learning method. This way it's possible to learn vocabularies which you consider to be essential. Moreover I was surprised by the price... I think it is a very fair price! Kudos to you!"
   (Sebastian White)
 
"The price/performance ratio is amazing. Other courses which are comparable are much more expensive!"
   (Andrew Drake)
 
"I would like to thank you for the excellent price/performance ratio. "
   (George Murphy)
 
"I've tried bunches of language courses and this one is the best so far! The price-performance ratio is absolutely justifiable. The course's navigation is easy to handle whereas the course is both visually and acoustically orientated. This way learning is easy and progress can be seen very soon. This course is highly recommendable - especially for beginners."
   (Daniel Robinson)
 
 

And after A1/A2, your Thai journey continues:
Advanced course (B1/B2) · Business course (B2–C2) · Proficiency vocabulary (C1/C2)
– all included in the Thai complete package below!

31-day money-back guarantee · one-time payment, no subscription · 10 years of access
 
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P.S.
Here's a summary of what's included in the Thai language course:
  • Learn over 1,300 words with the unique long-term memory learning method and acquire a solid Thai basic vocabulary.
     
    If you choose the Thai complete package, you'll learn over 5,000 words.
  • You will be given countless phrases and texts grouped by themes.
    You will learn the words in context and in whole sentences.
  • You will receive new exercises every day that include grammar to complete your language knowledge.
  • The daily trainer provides you with exercises according to your learning level and speed, in order to achieve the highest possible learning efficiency.
  • Thanks to the verb trainer, which is also presented to you as part of the daily trainer, you will learn how to conjugate the most common verbs and how to apply the tenses in Thai.
  • With the help of the sentence construction trainer, you will be taught the sentence structure in Thai in a playful way.
    Soon you will be able to form correct sentences in Thai.
  • The conversation trainer provides you with an easy and successful introduction to the language.
    You will learn simple sentences and useful expressions.
    Beginners in particular will quickly be able to have basic conversations.
  • In the 17 Minute Languages' learning community, you can exchange ideas and make new friends with other highly motivated learners of your chosen foreign language as well as native speakers from Thailand.
  • Effective learning methods adapted to every type of learner offer enormous learning fun.
  • The course requires no prior installation and is particularly user-friendly.
  • Latest version – the Thai language course was completely revised in 2026.
  • One-off payment, no subscription.
    You get access for 10 years.
  • For Windows / Linux / macOS / iPhone / Android smartphones / iPad / Android tablets / Windows tablets.

 
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You will receive the software as an online course:
  • You can start learning immediately!
  • You don't have to install anything – you learn online.
  • The online course works with Windows, macOS and Linux, on iPhone and Android smartphones, on iPad and Android tablets.
  • Access to the online course is valid for 10 years.
  • You can cancel your purchase at any time during the first 31 days and get your money back.
  • More than 540,000 individuals have successfully acquired a new language through 17 Minute Languages.
  • All prices include VAT.

What sets this language course apart from the competition?


rapid progress

Quick progress:

This software program will make learning Thai fun and easy at breathtaking speed.
software

Sophisticated software:

We first released this software in 2002.
Our team of developers carefully updates it every year, focusing intently on the details.
daily tasks

A variety of tasks each day:

Varied daily tasks and a huge selection of learning methods will motivate you to continue learning every day.
unique learning methods

Unique learning methods:

With the long-term memory learning method and daily tasks tailored to you, you will learn Thai in record time.
no subscription

No subscription model:

Your access is valid for 10 years – you only pay once.
exclusive learning community

Exclusive learning community:

Form connections with people of similar interests in our learning community.

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