Language/Lao/Vocabulary/Money-and-Currency
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, we will explore vocabulary related to money, currency, and making transactions in Lao. Money plays a crucial role in our daily lives, and having a solid understanding of how to talk about it is essential for effective communication. Whether you are shopping, exchanging currency, or discussing financial matters, this lesson will provide you with the necessary vocabulary and phrases to navigate these situations with ease.
This lesson is part of the larger course "Complete 0 to A1 Lao Course," designed for complete beginners who want to learn Lao from scratch. By the end of this course, you will have acquired a solid foundation in Lao language skills that will enable you to confidently communicate at the A1 level.
Let's dive into the fascinating world of Lao money and currency!
Lao Currency[edit | edit source]
Lao currency is called the Lao Kip (ກີບ, Kip). The Lao Kip is the official currency of Laos and is denoted by the symbol "₭". It is subdivided into 100 att (ອັດ, att). The Lao Kip comes in various denominations, including banknotes and coins.
Here are some common Lao banknotes:
| Lao | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ກີບ 100 | Kip ngeun | 100 Kip |
| ກີບ 500 | Kip hâo | 500 Kip |
| ກີບ 1,000 | Kip phan | 1,000 Kip |
| ກີບ 5,000 | Kip hâo mün | 5,000 Kip |
| ກີບ 10,000 | Kip sip mün | 10,000 Kip |
| ກີບ 20,000 | Kip yi sip mün | 20,000 Kip |
| ກີບ 50,000 | Kip hâo sip mün | 50,000 Kip |
| ກີບ 100,000 | Kip neung sip mün | 100,000 Kip |
And here are some common Lao coins:
| Lao | Pronunciation | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| ກີບ 10 | Kip sip | 10 Kip |
| ກີບ 20 | Kip yi sip | 20 Kip |
| ກີບ 50 | Kip hâo sip | 50 Kip |
| ກີບ 100 | Kip neung sip | 100 Kip |
| ກີບ 500 | Kip hâo | 500 Kip |
It's essential to familiarize yourself with the Lao currency to accurately understand prices and make transactions while in Laos. Let's now explore some vocabulary and phrases related to money and making transactions.
Money and Transactions Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Basic Vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Here are some essential Lao vocabulary words related to money and transactions:
- ການຊຳລະເງິນ (kaan sam lang keng): money exchange
- ລາຍຈ່າຍ (laajaa): payment
- ລາຍລະອຽດ (laalaa nang): detailed receipt
- ນຳເຂົ້າຫຼາຍ (nam khao laai): to withdraw money
- ນຳຂ້າງທົດລອງ (nam kaang thot long): to deposit money
- ຈ່າຍເງິນ (jaa keng): to pay money
- ຈ່າຍສິນຄ້າ (jaa sin kaa): to buy goods
- ຂາຍສິນຄ້າ (kaay sin kaa): to sell goods
- ການເຮັດບັນຊີ (kaan het ban): banking
- ການຈ່າຍເງິນໂດລາ (kaan jaa keng dolaa): currency exchange
- ສະກໍາຄວນ (sakam khuan): change (money)
- ຄວາມແຕກຕ່າງໆ (khwam taek taang taang): exact change
These words will come in handy when you need to discuss financial matters, make payments, or conduct transactions in Lao.
Asking for Prices[edit | edit source]
When shopping or making purchases, it's common to ask for prices. Here are some useful phrases you can use:
- ລາຄາດຽວເທົ່າ (laakha dyuua thao?): How much does it cost?
- ລາຄາດຽວລາຄາ (laakha dyuua laakha): The price is...
- ທີ່ມາຂາຍໄດ້ໃນເວລາດຽວ (thee maa kaay dai nai weela dyuua): Can you give me a discount?
- ຂໍສະເຫນີລາຄາ (kho saepanee laakha): Please give me a discount.
Make sure to use polite language when asking for prices or negotiating discounts. Lao people appreciate politeness and respect in all social interactions.
Bargaining[edit | edit source]
Bargaining is a common practice in many markets and shops in Laos. Here are some phrases you can use when bargaining:
- ຂໍສິນຄ້າໃດກໍ່ຕັ້ງ (kho sin kaa dai gow tang): Can you lower the price?
- ຂໍສິນຄ້າລະບົບ (kho sin kaa lang boh): Can you give me a discount?
- ຂໍຂາຍເທີດລາຄາປະຕູເຂົ້າມາ (kho kaay theu laakha patukhaao maa): I'll buy it for this price.
- ໃສ່ລາຄານໍາມາ (sai laakha namm): Lower the price.
Remember, bargaining is a cultural practice in Laos, but it's essential to do it respectfully and with a friendly attitude. It's a way to engage with the local culture and have a unique shopping experience.
Making Payments[edit | edit source]
When it comes to making payments, there are different phrases you can use. Here are some examples:
- ຂໍບໍ່ໄດ້ທຳສິດເງິນໂດລາ (kho baw dai tam siiang keng dolaa): I don't have exact change.
- ຂໍລາຍຈ່າຍເງິນໂດລາ (kho laajaa keng dolaa): I'll pay in cash.
- ຂໍເຮັດການຊຳລະເງິນດຽວ (kho het kaan sam lang keng dyuua): I'll pay by credit card.
- ຂໍເຮັດການຊຳລະເງິນໂຕໂຣກ (kho het kaan sam lang keng torok): I'll pay by debit card.
It's important to be familiar with different payment methods and have the right vocabulary to complete transactions smoothly.
Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]
Laos is a country where the cost of living is relatively low compared to many other countries. Bargaining is an essential part of the shopping experience in Laos, particularly in local markets and small shops. The initial price offered is often higher than the actual value, and both locals and tourists engage in friendly negotiations to reach a mutually acceptable price.
When visiting Laos, it's essential to embrace the local culture and customs, including the practice of bargaining. It's not only a way to get a better price but also an opportunity to interact with the local people and develop a deeper understanding of their way of life.
Laos is also known for its beautiful handicrafts, such as textiles, woodwork, and silverware. When purchasing these items, take the time to appreciate the craftsmanship and support local artisans. By buying directly from them, you contribute to the local economy and help preserve traditional arts and crafts.
Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Here are some exercises to help you reinforce the vocabulary and phrases learned in this lesson:
Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks Complete the following sentences with the appropriate Lao vocabulary word:
1. ຂໍສິນຄ້າໃດກໍ່ຕັ້ງ. (kho sin kaa dai gow tang) 2. ການຊຳລະເງິນ (kaan sam lang keng) 3. ຂໍລາຍຈ່າຍເງິນໂດລາ (kho laajaa keng dolaa) 4. ຄວາມແຕກຕ່າງໆ (khwam taek taang taang)
Exercise 2: Role Play Imagine you are a tourist shopping at a local market in Laos. Create a dialogue between you and the vendor, discussing the prices of different items and negotiating discounts.
Exercise 3: Vocabulary Recall Write the Lao translation for the following English words:
1. Currency 2. Payment 3. Banknote 4. Bargain
Solutions[edit | edit source]
Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks 1. ຂໍສິນຄ້າໃດກໍ່ຕັ້ງ. (kho sin kaa dai gow tang) 2. ການຊຳລະເງິນ (kaan sam lang keng) 3. ຂໍລາຍຈ່າຍເງິນໂດລາ (kho laajaa keng dolaa) 4. ຄວາມແຕກຕ່າງໆ (khwam taek taang taang)
Exercise 3: Vocabulary Recall 1. Currency: ເງິນ (keng) 2. Payment: ລາຍຈ່າຍ (laajaa) 3. Banknote: ບາງຕາຍ (baang thaa) 4. Bargain: ຄວາມແຕກຕ່າງໆ (khwam taek taang taang)
Congratulations! You've completed the exercises successfully.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
In this lesson, you have learned vocabulary related to money, currency, and making transactions in Lao. From understanding Lao currency to asking for prices, bargaining, and making payments, you now have the necessary vocabulary and phrases to navigate various financial situations in Laos.
Remember to practice these skills in real-life situations to reinforce your learning. Embrace the local culture and customs when visiting Laos, and enjoy the unique shopping experiences the country has to offer.
Continue practicing and building upon your knowledge as you progress through the "Complete 0 to A1 Lao Course." By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the skills to communicate confidently at the A1 level in Lao.
ຂໍຮຽນຮູ້ແລະມີຄວາມສາມາດເຮັດວຽກໄດ້! (Kho huany huun heu mi khwam saamad het wikhao dai!)
Sources[edit | edit source]
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Count to 10
- Numbers 1 10
- Weather Vocabulary
- Seasons
- Sports and Activities
- Basic Greetings
- Days of the week
- Fruits
- Modes of Transportation
- Transportation
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