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<div class="pg_page_title">Thai Grammar - Negation</div>
<div class="pg_page_title">Thai Grammar - Negation</div>
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/thai Thai] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn about negation in the Thai language. Negation is an important part of any language, and it is essential to understand how to use it correctly in order to communicate effectively. We will look at the different ways to express negation in Thai, as well as some examples of how to use them. So let's get started! __TOC__


==Negation in Thai==
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/thai Thai] learners! 😊<br>
Negation in Thai is expressed using a variety of words and phrases. The most common way to express negation is by using the word ไม่ (mâi). This word can be used to negate verbs, adjectives, and nouns. For example:
In this lesson, we will explore the concept of negation in Thai. Negation is an important part of any language, as it allows us to express negative actions or ideas.  


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! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
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<span link>Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Tenses|Tenses]], [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Thai-Classifiers|Thai Classifiers]], [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Object-Pronouns|Object Pronouns]] & [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]].</span>
| เขาไม่เข้าใจ || kǎo mâi kâo jai || He doesn't understand
== Negation in Thai ==
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Negation in Thai is expressed by adding the word "ไม่" (mâi) before the verb. It is similar in concept to the English word "not". For example, "I don't understand" in Thai is "ผมไม่เข้าใจ" (phǒm mâi kâo jai).
| เขาไม่รู้ || kǎo mâi rúu || He doesn't know
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| เขาไม่ดี || kǎo mâi dii || He isn't good
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| เขาไม่คนดี || kǎo mâi kon dii || He isn't a good person
|}


The word ไม่ (mâi) can also be used to negate questions. For example:
In Thai, the word "ไม่" (mâi) is generally placed before the verb, but there are exceptions. For example, when negating a verb that ends with a vowel, the word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed after the verb. For example, "I don't want to go" is "ผมไม่อยากไป" (phǒm yàak mâi bpai).


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== Negation with Adjectives and Adverbs ==
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Negation in Thai can also be used with adjectives and adverbs to express negative qualities. To negate an adjective or adverb, simply precede it with the word "ไม่" (mâi). For example, "not good" is "ไม่ดี" (mâi dee) and "not fast" is "ไม่เร็ว" (mâi reo).
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
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| เธอไม่เป็นคนดีหรือเปล่า? || thêu mâi bpen kon dii rĕu bplâo? || Are you not a good person?
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| เธอไม่รู้อะไรหรือเปล่า? || thêu mâi rúu à-rai rĕu bplâo? || Don't you know anything?
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| เธอไม่อยากไปหรือเปล่า? || thêu mâi yàak bpai rĕu bplâo? || Don't you want to go?
|}


Another way to express negation in Thai is by using the word ไม่เลย (mâi lœ̂i). This word is used to express strong negation, and is often used to express disbelief or surprise. For example:
== Common Useful Phrases ==
Here are some common phrases that use negation:


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! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
| ไม่เป็นไร || mâi bpen rai || It's okay; never mind
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| เขาไม่เลยเข้าใจ || kǎo mâi lœ̂i kâo jai || He doesn't understand at all
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| เขาไม่เลยรู้ || kǎo mâi lœ̂i rúu || He doesn't know anything
| ไม่เป็นไร || mâi mi nák-rà-sùu || No problem
|-
|-
| เขาไม่เลยดี || kǎo mâi lœ̂i dii || He isn't good at all
| ไม่ชัวร์ || mâi chuăa || Not sure
|-
|-
| เขาไม่เลยคนดี || kǎo mâi lœ̂i kon dii || He isn't a good person at all
| ไม่มีปัญหา || mâi mi bpàn hǎa || No problem; No worries
|}
|}


Finally, the word ไม่มี (mâi mii) can be used to express the idea of "not having". For example:
Here's an example dialogue to help illustrate the use of negation in Thai:


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* Person 1: คุณอยากกินอาหารไทยไหม (khuᵐn yàak kin aa-hǎan thai hǎi) (Do you want to eat Thai food?)
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* Person 2: ไม่เอา (mâi ao) (No, I don't)
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
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== Tips ==
| เขาไม่มีเงิน || kǎo mâi mii ngern || He doesn't have any money
To improve your understanding of negation in Thai, you can use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=128 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/thai/question questions]!
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| เขาไม่มีเพื่อน || kǎo mâi mii pheuuan || He doesn't have any friends
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| เขาไม่มีที่พัก || kǎo mâi mii thii pák || He doesn't have a place to stay
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| เขาไม่มีอะไร || kǎo mâi mii à-rai || He doesn't have anything
|}


==Conclusion==
You can also refer to the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thai_grammar Thai grammar] page on Wikipedia to supplement your learning.  
In this lesson, we have looked at the different ways to express negation in Thai. We have seen that the word ไม่ (mâi) is the most common way to express negation, while the word ไม่เลย (mâi lœ̂i) is used to express strong negation. We have also seen that the word ไม่มี (mâi mii) is used to express the idea of "not having".


Now that you have a better understanding of how to use negation in Thai, why not try using it in your own conversations? You can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website to find native speakers and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/thai/question questions] you may have. Good luck!
And be sure to practice negation in your conversations with native Thai speakers to hone your skills.


<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎


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==Sources==
* [https://www.thaipod101.com/blog/2021/08/10/thai-negation/ Thai Negation: Learn How to Form Negative Sentences]
* [https://www.thailanguagehut.com/negative-past-tense/ Learn Thai | Negative Past Tense | mâi dâai + Verb ไม่ได้ + Verb]
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==Related Lessons==
==Other Lessons==
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Gender|Gender]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Tenses|Tenses]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Tenses|Tenses]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Personal-pronouns|Personal pronouns]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Personal-pronouns|Personal pronouns]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/How-to-Use-Have|How to Use Have]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Thai-Classifiers|Thai Classifiers]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Give-your-Opinion|Give your Opinion]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Gender|Gender]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Future-Tense|Future Tense]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Plurals|Plurals]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Thai-Classifiers|Thai Classifiers]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
* [[Language/Thai/Grammar/Nouns|Nouns]]


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Thai Grammar - Negation

Hi Thai learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will explore the concept of negation in Thai. Negation is an important part of any language, as it allows us to express negative actions or ideas.


Don't hesitate to look into these other pages after completing this lesson: Tenses, Thai Classifiers, Object Pronouns & Adjectives.

Negation in Thai[edit | edit source]

Negation in Thai is expressed by adding the word "ไม่" (mâi) before the verb. It is similar in concept to the English word "not". For example, "I don't understand" in Thai is "ผมไม่เข้าใจ" (phǒm mâi kâo jai).

In Thai, the word "ไม่" (mâi) is generally placed before the verb, but there are exceptions. For example, when negating a verb that ends with a vowel, the word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed after the verb. For example, "I don't want to go" is "ผมไม่อยากไป" (phǒm yàak mâi bpai).

Negation with Adjectives and Adverbs[edit | edit source]

Negation in Thai can also be used with adjectives and adverbs to express negative qualities. To negate an adjective or adverb, simply precede it with the word "ไม่" (mâi). For example, "not good" is "ไม่ดี" (mâi dee) and "not fast" is "ไม่เร็ว" (mâi reo).

Common Useful Phrases[edit | edit source]

Here are some common phrases that use negation:

Thai Pronunciation English
ไม่เป็นไร mâi bpen rai It's okay; never mind
ไม่เป็นไร mâi mi nák-rà-sùu No problem
ไม่ชัวร์ mâi chuăa Not sure
ไม่มีปัญหา mâi mi bpàn hǎa No problem; No worries

Here's an example dialogue to help illustrate the use of negation in Thai:

  • Person 1: คุณอยากกินอาหารไทยไหม (khuᵐn yàak kin aa-hǎan thai hǎi) (Do you want to eat Thai food?)
  • Person 2: ไม่เอา (mâi ao) (No, I don't)

Tips[edit | edit source]

To improve your understanding of negation in Thai, you can use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!

You can also refer to the Thai grammar page on Wikipedia to supplement your learning.

And be sure to practice negation in your conversations with native Thai speakers to hone your skills.

➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.
➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎

Sources[edit | edit source]

Videos[edit | edit source]

Improve Thai Grammar: NEGATIVE Perfect Tense / Learn Thai one ...[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]


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