Unlock Thailand: Learn Practical Thai with Andaman Pulse
Welcome to your Thai language journey! Here at Andaman Pulse, we believe the true magic of Thailand unfolds when you connect with its people and culture. Learning even a little Thai opens doors, deepens your experiences, and transforms you from a visitor into an engaged participant in the Land of Smiles.
These pages are your practical toolkit. We focus on essential vocabulary and phrases you can immediately use in real-life situations. Whether you’re navigating local markets, ordering delicious food, seeking directions, or managing daily needs, our goal is to build your confidence quickly.
Forget complex grammar drills (for now!). We concentrate on communication first, providing you with the most useful words and expressions tailored to specific aspects of Thai life. Listen to the pronunciations, practice the phrases, and discover how empowering it feels to communicate in Thai.
Dive in, explore the topics that interest you most, and start speaking Thai today! Every phrase you learn is a step closer to richer connections and unforgettable moments in Thailand.
Let’s Learn about Food
Meat & Seafood
| ENGLISH | THAI | TRANSCRIPT |
| Chicken | ไก่ | Gai |
| Beef | เนื้อ | Neuua |
| Pork | หมู | Moo |
| Lamb | แกะ | Gae |
| Duck | เป็ด | Pet |
| Bacon | เบคอน | Baeh Khaawn |
| Sausage | ไส้กรอก | Sai Graawk |
| Ham | แฮม | Haaem |
| Meat Balls | ลูกชิ้น | Look Chin |
| Shrimp | กุ้ง | Goong |
| Fish | ปลา | Plaa |
| Crab | ปู | Bpoo |
| Seafood | อาหารทะเล | Aahaan Talay |
Vegetables
| ENGLISH | THAI | TRANSCRIPT |
| Tomato | มะเขือเทศ | Ma Kheuua Thet |
| Potato | มันฝรั่ง | Man Farang |
| Cucumber | แตงกวา | Taeng Gwaa |
| Spinach | ผักข | Phak Khom |
| Onion | หอมใหญ่ | Haawm Yai |
| Beans | ถั่ว | Thuaa |
| Garlic | กระเทียม | Gratiiam |
| Chili | พริก | Prik |
| Mushroom | เห็ด | Het |
| Carrot | แครอท | Khae Raawt |
| Ginger | ขิง | Khing |
| Turmeric | ขมิ้น | Khamin |
| Morning Glory | ผักบุ้ง | Phak Boong |
Fruits
| ENGLISH | THAI | TRANSCRIPT |
| Apple | แอปเปิ้ล | Aep Bpern |
| Pineapple | สับปะรด | Saparot |
| Coconut | มะพร้าว | Ma Phraao |
| Mango | มะม่วง | Mamuaang |
| Lemon | มะนาว | Manaao |
| Orange | ส้ม | Som |
| Grape | องุ่น | Angoon |
| Durian | ทุเรียน | Thooriian |
| Banana | กล้วย | Gluay |
| Papaya | มะละกอ | Malagaaw |
| Mangosteen | มังคุด | Mang Khoot |
| Tamarind | มะขาม | Makhaam |
| Guava | ฝรั่ง | Farang |
BONUS: Famous dishes to try
While Thailand’s most recognized dish internationally would be the Pad Thai (ผัดไทย), a stir-fried rice noodle dish usually served with shrimp, locals true favorite is the Pad Gaprao (ผัดกะเพรา), a stir-fried dish with chili and holy basil, which can be served with chicken, beef, pork, and even shrimps. Thailand is also known for its numerous curries, such as the Panaeng (แกงพะแนง), a spicy red curry packed with some nutty peanut flavors, the Gaeng Kiaw Waan (แกงเขียวหวาน), a mildly spicy green curry, and the Massaman (แกงมัสมั่น), a rich curry served with your choice of protein and potatoes.
Want to learn more? Check out our next Decoding Thai Language lesson titled From Here To There.