This lesson we are talking about words for everyday life that we often hear Thai language learners mispronounce. If you mispronounce these words, it might change the meaning to an offensive word or impolite word, so we would like you to be careful when saying these five words! ขวา /kwăa/ = right คอย /kawi/ = wait for , and เคย /keoi/ = ever, have done something before … [Read more...] about VIDEO: 5 Words You Must Not Mispronounce!
KHANOM: The Unspoiled Paradise of Thailand
When my students ask me where in Thailand I am from, and I tell them “Nakhon Si Thammarat”, all of them would ask “where is that?”. Then I reply “not far from Samui island” or “next to Krabi”, they would immediately say “Ahhhhhh….”. I thought to myself it was a shame that Nakhon Si Thammarat is such a gem, but it is often overlooked by tourists who flock to nearby Samui, … [Read more...] about KHANOM: The Unspoiled Paradise of Thailand
VIDEO: UPGRADE YOUR GRAMMAR | CONVERSATION
This is a good lesson to learn many language skills. My sister and I created a Thai conversation for your to listen, it helps you to improve your listening, also you can learn some Thai grammars, and practice pronunciation with this video. At the end of the lesson, I have an exercise for you to practice the grammars that you learned today. Please find the answers … [Read more...] about VIDEO: UPGRADE YOUR GRAMMAR | CONVERSATION
VIDEO: Fix Your Grammar
This lesson is very special because you will learn two things in one; [1] Thai Grammar [2] Listening skills I try to make this lesson useful for both beginners and intermediate learners. I edited the same role play in two different versions; Version 1 is with subtitle and has slower talking speed Version 2 is without subtitle and has normal talking speed. If … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Fix Your Grammar
VIDEO: Learn Thai While Driving
https://youtu.be/wW3kjvHEJO4 In this lesson teacher Pear is talking about useful words and phrases you related to driving. Even if you know some of these words, make sure you are focusing on the pronunciation of the words so that you are understood and sound like a real Thai. :) Below is the dialogue from the video. OFFER A RIDE: อ้าว เจมส์ จะไปไหน /âao James jà … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Learn Thai While Driving
VIDEO: Pronounce 50 Common Thai Words PERFECTLY
In my opinion the absolute best way to sound more like a native speaker is to imitate other native speakers. So I want you to imitate or to copy me! Now these words might seem quite easy to you because they are words we use all the time BUT I would like you to really concentrate on the vowel sounds if the word is pronounced with a short or long sound as well as the … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Pronounce 50 Common Thai Words PERFECTLY
VIDEO: Listen Better, Speak Better
Learning to pronounce Thai words correctly can be one of the hardest parts of learning Thai. One way to improve your pronunciation is to "learn to listen". Before you learn how to speak, you will need to learn how to listen. Some sounds can be hard to tell apart when you're listening. If you can hear the difference, it will be easier to speak correctly. So for this lesson … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Listen Better, Speak Better
VIDEO: Confusing Thai Words! | Fix Common Vocabulary Mistakes
In this lesson I am talking about confusing Thai words. Words that have the same translation in English, words that sounds similar in Thai. For example; the word "ask"; Can I ask you a question? Can I ask for your phone number? In Thai language we use two different words for the above question - ถาม /tăam/ and ขอ /kăw/. Confusing, huh? Which word is the correct one … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Confusing Thai Words! | Fix Common Vocabulary Mistakes
VIDEO: Don’t Say These Words
I have been giving private lessons for almost ten years. My students are from around the world; America, Europe, Australia, Middle East, and Asia. One if the same mistakes they make is using words that Thai people don't use because those terms are too formal or old-fashioned. In this lesson I share with you ten common Thai words that I keep hearing my students say but Thai … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Don’t Say These Words
One Day Trip from Pattaya to Samae Sarn island
Samae San (แสมสาร) is a small island located in Sattahip District, Chonburi Province of Thailand. The island is very small but excellent sightseeing and clean and tidy compared to Koh Larn. It is one of nine islands in the Plant Genetic Conservation Project under the Royal Initiative of Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, the Princess Debaratanarajasuda with the objectives of … [Read more...] about One Day Trip from Pattaya to Samae Sarn island
VIDEO: Improve Your Listening Skills (Intermediate)
We would like to encourage you to practice more listening skills. Listening is every bit as important to learning as reading, writing and speaking. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation. So this lesson we created a quick conversation for you to listen. You will be listening to the conversation twice. The first round we … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Improve Your Listening Skills (Intermediate)
Thai Listening Test (Level 1)
Of all the major skills of language, listening skills require the most focus. This is because if you don't focus on what you're listening to, you may miss the core "message" that is being communicated. We created this test for you to actually practice listening. Pear is speaking in normal speed in this video so it helps you learn how native speakers talk. Also one of the … [Read more...] about Thai Listening Test (Level 1)
VIDEO: Language Errors You Keep Making
I have been teaching students from all over the world both in-person and online for almost ten years. There are a few common mistakes that my students keep making. In this lesson I am going to share three common mistakes that you need to stop making. For more videos about common Thai mistakes, try these: Pronunciation mistakes: https://bit.ly/2NekmTc Grammar … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Language Errors You Keep Making
VIDEO: Listening to Thai Conversation
This lesson is designed for listening practice. Thai Language learners need to actively develop their listening skills. Listening is every bit as vital to learning as reading, writing and speaking. Listening will help you to improve your understanding of the language and your pronunciation. My sister and I are talking about our up coming trip. I hope you enjoy the … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Listening to Thai Conversation
Travel Vlog: Thailand’s Best Kept Secret
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Step Up Your Game! Speak Like a Native Thai & Listening Practice
Like other languages, Thai has borrowed heavily from the English language. The thing is, most people don’t realise they are English words because of the way Thai people pronounce those words. Some of the borrowed words you might have to say with a Thai accent in order for Thai people to understand. So I create this listening practice, listen to each word and try your best to … [Read more...] about Step Up Your Game! Speak Like a Native Thai & Listening Practice
Travel Vlog – Long Weekend in Hua Hin
Hua Hin is my favourite place for a short getaway from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. I have been to this beach town many times, and I always enjoy my trip. This time I spent four days and three nights near Khoa Takiab. I just enjoyed quiet time by the beach and good seafood. Have you been to Hua Hin? What do you think? YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: The Reasons … [Read more...] about Travel Vlog – Long Weekend in Hua Hin
How Good is Your Thai? (LEVEL 3 TEST)
This video is for intermediate learners. If you find this test is too difficult , please try LEVEL 1 test or LEVEL 2 test. Get out your pen and paper, and write down the answers. Let’s get started with the quiz! … [Read more...] about How Good is Your Thai? (LEVEL 3 TEST)
How Good is Your Thai? (LEVEL 1 TEST)
Last week I uploaded a test which I designed for beginners, I am happy that you seem to enjoy it, but many of you took the test and commented that it was very difficult. So for this week I created a new video with a new set of questions. For intermediate and advanced learners please stay tuned for the next level test in the future. Now get out your pen and paper, and write … [Read more...] about How Good is Your Thai? (LEVEL 1 TEST)
VIDEO: How Good is Your Thai? (LEVEL 2 TEST)
Today I’m going to test you on your grammar, and I want you to comment below with your score. Be honest and truthful because it is unlikely that you will get all the answers right. :) Before we get started, this video is for advanced beginners. If you find this test too difficult for you, please try this test. However if you think it is too easy for you please stay tuned for … [Read more...] about VIDEO: How Good is Your Thai? (LEVEL 2 TEST)