How do I say hello in Thai?

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Local Culture Etiquette And Responsible Tourism
Local Culture Etiquette And Responsible Tourism

Answer

In Thai, "hello" is commonly expressed as "Sawasdee" (สวัสดี).

- Pronunciation: It sounds like "sah-wah-dee."

Usage:

- With 'Krp' or '': To be polite, men usually say "Sawasdee Krab" (สวัสดีครับ) and women say "Sawasdee " (สวัสดีค่ะ) when greeting someone. The "krab" is used by males and "" by females to add politeness to the greeting.

Example:

- When greeting someone, you can simply say:

Updated 2025-04-02