Polite Thai Phrases Every Tourist Should Know

Polite phrases that smooth every conversation

A little politeness opens doors in Thailand. Two to start with: excuse me is khor thot na (ขอโทษนะ), and to ask a quick question you can say khor thaam noi (ขอถามหน่อย), may I ask something.

The rest of this set keeps a conversation going when Thai gets fast: this one please, I do not understand, one more time please and please speak slowly. They are gentle, respectful and exactly what you want when you are still learning.

Lead with please and excuse me and Thai people will happily slow down and help. This short Thai reel gathers the polite essentials so your Phuket conversations stay smooth even when you only know a little Thai.