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This Welcome to Thailand Starter’s Guide is everything you need to settle into a happy and care-free life in Thailand – including Thai language basics, cultural tips, daily survival tips, and more.
Learn ready-to-use Thai phrases for everyday conversation.
Understand Thai values and social etiquette for daily interaction
Get local recommendations to navigate life in Thailand smoothly
If you’re planning to move, live, or travel long-term in Thailand, this guide is designed for you.
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EXCELLENT Based on 45 reviews Elizabeth Haddock2025-08-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great Experience! Everyone is SO helpful. The online video lessons are easy to understand and thoroughly put together. Furthermore, the private lessons are structured appropriately and allow you to learn Thai even further and practice with one on one help from your instructor. Very happy that I found this learning institution. Rami Ahmed2025-07-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “I’m really enjoying this course — the materials are great, and the teacher’s style is fantastic. I’m excited to continue my Thai language journey with banana Thai!” Mark Burnes2025-07-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kru Tuttu is a delightful young lady and an excellent teacher. She is perfectly literate in English - her speech and writing are as easy to understand as if she grew up in an English speaking country. As opposed to most of many many Thai friends in America who are oftem difficult to understand, Tuttu is at all times clear and concise in English - aka "paa-saa an-grit." I travel a lot and always learn basic phrases in the language spoken wherever I am headed, usually with an App and Google Translate - Thai is far and away the most difficult language I have yet to learn, (and I suspect that will be the case with most English speakers). That's where Bowie and her team at Banana Thai come in. They have an excellent program set up, and, again, Tuttu has been greatly helpful in advancing my ability to speak and understand Thai. I highly recommend Banana Thai - the price in very reasonable and the learning is made as easy as it can be. Ernst Ennemoser2025-07-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After a long search for an online Thai course for beginners, I finally found BananaThai and I am thrilled. Kru Smug conveys her enthusiasm for the language and teaches in a friendly and competent manner. You always want to keep learning and find out what comes next. I will definitely recommend BananaThai to others. Steven Milne2025-04-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kru Smuk is a superb teacher. Online course content is well-structured, easy to follow and of a very high quality. Exercises on vocabulary and grammar are supported by individual feedback to aid student learning. Kru Smuk's excellent communication skills, friendly manner and enthusiasm make learning Thai an enjoyable experience. I strongly recommend Banana Thai. Enzo Cyber2025-04-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This class is excellent for learning Thai grammar! The lessons are well-structured, and the explanations are clear. Smuk does a fantastic job teaching, providing helpful examples that make concepts easy to understand. I highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn Thai in English. Plus, you can pause and ask questions anytime, which really helps clarify any doubts. If you're serious about learning Thai, don’t hesitate to join! Margaret Lee2025-03-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have completed 2 Thai language classes, Read & Write and Intensive Thai Level 1, with Banana Thai. As a beginner, I am lucky to have Kru Look Kaew as my teacher as she is very patient and always look for ways to help us to understand more about Thai language. Thanks Banana Thai and Kru Look Kaew! Globe Trotter2025-03-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I just completed the Thai intensive course volume 1 with Banana Thai. It was a 24 hours of study spread over 16 classes in a group setting of 5 students with Kru Praiya (Look Gaaew). I really enjoyed the 8 week course and highly recommend it to anyone who’s a beginner. The teacher was very friendly and really took the time to explain everything. The study materials were easy to understand and they upload a lot of online self study quiz materials and class recordings, in case you want to go over it later or missed the class for any reason. I’ll definitely do the volume 2 with them too. Thank you Banana Thai team, Kru Praiya and all my classmates who made it so fun.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
With the digital book, video lessons and interactive resources, and tools, you will be ready to start your amazing life in Thailand.
This course includes various tools to help you learn in an engaging way.
You can download the PDF Guidebook
Learn basic Thai video lessons.
🤔 Test your understanding with mini quiz at the end of each chapter
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Why should you learn Thai? This chapter explores the benefits of learning the language, from practical daily communication to building deep relationships.
Then you will also learn the overview of how Thai language works and all important rules you must know to set the right expectation before jumping into the language lessons.
You’ll get an overview of Thai language features—like tones, structure, and high-context nature—and learn what “Thainess” really means through values like harmony, hospitality, and respect. Then you will also learn the big No-nos or things you should avoid doing in Thailand.
Besides, you will learn the polite ending words that are commonly used when speaking politely.
Discover how Thais actually greet each other, including when to Wai and how to receive a Wai. You’ll practice introducing yourself in Thai and learn common questions like “kun maa jàak bprà-têet à-rai” (Where are you from?)
You’ll also learn to interpret polite behavior in Thai society, helping you make a great first impression.
In this chapter, you’ll learn to count from 0–100, use classifiers (ลักษณนาม), and ask “How much?” or “How many?” in different ways.
This includes both formal phrases like “raa-kaa tâo-rài” (how much is it?) and casual expressions like “gìi-bàat.”
You’ll also explore how Thai people talk about prices in daily life, as well as tips for bargaining like a local.
Hungry? Here, you’ll learn essential food and drink vocabulary and how to ask prices at local stalls.
You’ll explore real-world pricing for popular Thai snacks, and pick up fun facts about Thai eating culture—like the love of sauces, eating with spoon and fork, and drinks with ice.
Learn how to order food and drinks at a restaurant, talk about what you like to eat, and understand the typical structure of a Thai meal (rice + side dishes). We offer local dining tips, like raising your hand for service and asking for an English Menu.
You’ll also explore non-spicy dishes and how to eat plant-based in Thailand.
Explore the Thai concept of time and parts of the day. Learn to ask and tell time in Thai and understand how traditional instruments like drums and gongs were used to signal time.
This chapter also introduces the cultural idea of “Thai Time” and how to deal with such a different mindset.
Master useful shopping vocabulary for clothes and accessories, and learn how to ask “This one or that one?” You’ll also review colors in Thai and polite ways to bargain.
Tips include what to say during negotiations and how to handle pricing with a Thai smile and respect.
Traveling through Thailand becomes easier in this chapter. Learn vocabulary for places and directions, how to speak to taxi or tuk-tuk drivers, and common routes in Bangkok.
You’ll also explore public and regional transportation options outside of Bangkok, including buses, trains, vans, and flights—with real travel tips and estimated fares.
Wrap up your journey by learning how to engage in friendly small talk. Practice sentence structures using verbs common verbs.
You’ll explore 30 essential Thai phrases and local expressions for daily chats.
This chapter also includes advice on dating culture, workplace relationships, Thai hobbies, and tips for making real Thai friends. It’s your final push to continue learning in the next-level courses!
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You will have access to the program materials including video lessons and the downloadable guidebook for a lifetime.
The book will be downloadable, while the videos will be uploaded on our learning platform where you can access with your student account.
Absolutely! The “Welcome to Thailand Guide” is designed for complete beginners, focusing on simple, practical phrases and cultural tips.
You don’t need any prior language experience, as this course provides just what you need to get around and connect with locals.
This course provides a basic understanding of how Thai works and equips you with essential words and phrases for effective communication in everyday situations.
If you’re looking to build more comprehensive conversation skills, this course serves as an excellent starting point and prepares you well for a more in-depth foundation course, Intensive Thai Series.
There are 10 topics in total with pocket video lessons and some written articles (both in the book and on the learning platform).
The course is flexible and self-paced. Each topic is short and focused, so you can complete it as quickly as you like or take your time.
Many students finish in a week, but it’s also ideal for spreading out over a few weeks. Plus, you can come back and review it anytime.
This course is compact and completed with practical knowledge in different formats.
You’ll receive a PDF guide with essential phrases, video lessons for the language tips and mini-quizzes at the end of each chapter. These resources cover just what you need to navigate daily interactions and common situations in Thailand.
Yes, that’s the goal!
We’ve focused on essential words, phrases, and tips that make interactions like ordering food, asking prices, and greeting people much easier—giving you the basics to get by confidently.
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