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Negative sentences are a crucial part of any language, and in Thai, they are formed by using specific negative particles. In this lesson, we will be looking at how to form negative sentences in Thai, an essential skill for beginners to grasp if they want to achieve fluency.
== Introduction ==


== Basic Structure ==
Welcome to the lesson on forming negative sentences in Thai! In this lesson, we will explore how to express negation in Thai sentences. Negation is an essential aspect of any language, as it allows us to convey the absence or denial of something. Understanding how to form negative sentences will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Thai.


Negative sentences in Thai are formed by adding negative particles to the end of a sentence. Unlike in English, where we add the word "not", Thai has specific particles that are used to negate a sentence. There are four negative particles in Thai language:
In this lesson, we will cover the basic structure of negative sentences, including the placement of negation words and the use of auxiliary verbs. We will also delve into some common negation words and phrases that will expand your vocabulary and allow you to express negation in various contexts.


* ไม่ /mâi/
By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to form negative sentences in Thai and will be able to incorporate them into your conversations. So let's get started!
* หมด /mòt/
* ไม่เคย /mâi-keoi/
* ไม่ว่า /mâi-wâ/


The most commonly used negative particle is "ไม่" (mâi). It is added to the end of a verb to create a negative sentence. To negate a noun or an adjective, "ไม่" is placed before it.
== Basic Structure of Negative Sentences ==


Here is the basic structure for forming a simple negative sentence:
In Thai, negative sentences are formed by adding a negation word or phrase to the sentence. The position of the negation word can vary depending on the sentence structure and the type of verb used. Let's explore the basic structure of negative sentences in Thai.


Subject + (ไม่) + Verb + Object
=== Negation Word Placement with Normal Verbs ===


For example, let's take the sentence "I eat rice" in Thai, which would be "ผมกินข้าว" (pǒm kin khâao). To make it negative, we would add "ไม่" at the end of the sentence, as shown below:
When using normal verbs in a negative sentence, the negation word is typically placed before the verb. Here is the basic structure:


ผมกินข้าวไม่ /pǒm kin khâao mâi/ (I don't eat rice)
Negation Word + Verb + Object


To negate an adjective, we can use the same structure, but we need to put the "ไม่" before the adjective:
For example:
* ไม่ (mâi) + กิน (gin) + ข้าว (kâao) = ไม่กินข้าว (mâi gin kâao) = "not eat rice"


ผมไม่อ้วน /pǒm mâi ûan/ (I am not fat)
In this example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the verb "กิน" (gin), which means "to eat". The object "ข้าว" (kâao) meaning "rice" follows the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "ไม่กินข้าว" (mâi gin kâao) which translates to "not eat rice" in English.
 
Let's look at some more examples:
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| เขา || khǎo || He/she/they
|-
| ไม่ || mâi || not
|-
| ไป || bpai || go
|-
| โรงเรียน || rong-rian || school
|}
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| เขา || khǎo || He/she/they
|-
| ไม่ || mâi || not
|-
| มา || maa || come
|-
| ที่นี่ || tîi-nîi || here
|}


And if we want to negate a noun, we can just use the "ไม่" before the noun:
In the first example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the verb "ไป" (bpai), which means "to go". The object "โรงเรียน" (rong-rian) meaning "school" follows the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่ไปโรงเรียน" (khǎo mâi bpai rong-rian) which translates to "He/she/they don't go to school" in English.


ผมไม่กินสับปะรด /pǒm mâi kin sàp-bpà-rot/ (I don't eat pineapple)
In the second example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the verb "มา" (maa), which means "to come". The object "ที่นี่" (tîi-nîi) meaning "here" follows the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่มาที่นี่" (khǎo mâi maa tîi-nîi) which translates to "He/she/they don't come here" in English.


=== Other Negative Particles ===
=== Negation Word Placement with Auxiliary Verbs ===


While "ไม่" is the most commonly used negative particle in Thai, there are three more negative particles that are not as frequently used, but still important to know.
In Thai, certain verbs require the use of auxiliary verbs to form negative sentences. The negation word is placed before the auxiliary verb, which then precedes the main verb. Let's take a look at the basic structure:


The negative particle "หมด" (mòt) is used to express the idea of finishing or running out of something.
Negation Word + Auxiliary Verb + Main Verb + Object


For example:
For example:
* ไม่ (mâi) + ได้ (dâi) + ทำ (tam) + งาน (ngaan) = ไม่ได้ทำงาน (mâi dâi tam ngaan) = "not work"


ตำรวจหมดตังค์ /tam-rùat mòt dtang/ (The police ran out of money)
In this example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the auxiliary verb "ได้" (dâi), which means "can" or "able to". The main verb "ทำ" (tam) meaning "to do" follows the auxiliary verb. The object "งาน" (ngaan) meaning "work" comes after the main verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "ไม่ได้ทำงาน" (mâi dâi tam ngaan) which translates to "not work" in English.


The negative particle "ไม่เคย" (mâi-keoi) is used to describe an action that has never been done before.
Let's look at some more examples:


For example:
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| เขา || khǎo || He/she/they
|-
| ไม่ || mâi || not
|-
| สามารถ || săa-mâat || can
|-
| พูด || phûut || speak
|-
| ภาษาไทย || phaa-sǎa-thai || Thai language
|}
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| เขา || khǎo || He/she/they
|-
| ไม่ || mâi || not
|-
| ต้อง || dtâwng || have to
|-
| ทำ || tam || do
|-
| งานบ้าน || ngaan-bâan || homework
|}
 
In the first example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the auxiliary verb "สามารถ" (săa-mâat), which means "can". The main verb "พูด" (phûut) meaning "to speak" follows the auxiliary verb. The object "ภาษาไทย" (phaa-sǎa-thai) meaning "Thai language" comes after the main verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่สามารถพูดภาษาไทย" (khǎo mâi săa-mâat phûut phaa-sǎa-thai) which translates to "He/she/they cannot speak Thai" in English.
 
In the second example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the auxiliary verb "ต้อง" (dtâwng), which means "have to" or "must". The main verb "ทำ" (tam) meaning "to do" follows the auxiliary verb. The object "งานบ้าน" (ngaan-bâan) meaning "homework" comes after the main verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่ต้องทำงานบ้าน" (khǎo mâi dtâwng tam ngaan-bâan) which translates to "He/she/they don't have to do homework" in English.


ฉันไม่เคยไปต่างประเทศ /chăn mâi-keoi bpai dtàang bprà-têet/ (I have never been abroad)
== Common Negation Words and Phrases ==


The last negative particle, "ไม่ว่า" (mâi-wâ) is used to negate the word "ว่า" (), which is equivalent to the English word "that".  
In addition to the negation word "ไม่" (mâi), there are several other common negation words and phrases that can be used to form negative sentences in Thai. Let's explore some of them:


For example:
* ไม่มี (mâi mii): "do not have" or "there is no"
* ไม่เคย (mâi koei): "have never" or "never"
* ไม่ได้ (mâi dâi): "do not" or "cannot"
* ไม่ต้อง (mâi dtâwng): "do not have to" or "do not need to"
* ไม่อยาก (mâi yàak): "do not want to"


เขาไม่ว่างทำงาน /kăo mâi-wâng tam-ngaan/ (He is not free to work)
These negation words and phrases can be used in various sentence structures to express negation. Let's see some examples:


=== Using Negation with Adverbs and Time Phrases ===
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| เขา || khǎo || He/she/they
|-
| ไม่มี || mâi mii || do not have
|-
| เงิน || ngern || money
|-
| ที่นี่ || tîi-nîi || here
|}
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| เขา || khǎo || He/she/they
|-
| ไม่เคย || mâi koei || have never
|-
| ไป || bpai || go
|-
| ต่างประเทศ || dtàang-bprà-taet || abroad
|}


When using negative sentences with adverbs and time phrases, it is essential to place the negative particle before these phrases. For example:
In the first example, the negation phrase "ไม่มี" (mâi mii) is used to express "do not have". The object "เงิน" (ngern) meaning "money" follows the negation phrase. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่มีเงิน" (khǎo mâi mii ngern) which translates to "He/she/they do not have money" in English.


ผมไม่ได้กินข้าวเช้า /pǒm mâi-dâi kin khâao cháo/ (I don't eat rice in the morning)
In the second example, the negation phrase "ไม่เคย" (mâi koei) is used to express "have never". The verb "ไป" (bpai) meaning "to go" follows the negation phrase. The object "ต่างประเทศ" (dtàang-bprà-taet) meaning "abroad" comes after the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่เคยไปต่างประเทศ" (khǎo mâi koei bpai dtàang-bprà-taet) which translates to "He/she/they have never been abroad" in English.


Here, we used the negative particle "ไม่" before the adverb "in the morning".
Feel free to explore and experiment with these common negation words and phrases to expand your ability to express negation in Thai sentences.


=== Using Double Negation ===
== Cultural Insights ==


In Thai language, it is common to use double negation in some cases. This happens when "ไม่" is used with another negative particle. For example:
Thai culture places great importance on maintaining harmony and avoiding conflict. This cultural value is reflected in the use of negative sentences in Thai language. In Thai society, it is considered impolite and confrontational to express negation directly and forcefully. Instead, Thai people often use indirect or softened forms of negation to convey their thoughts without causing offense or discomfort.


ไม่มีใครไม่เป็นคนจริง /mâi-mee krai mâi bpen kon jing/ (Everyone is a real person)
For example, rather than saying "I don't like spicy food" in a straightforward manner, a Thai person might say "I prefer non-spicy food" or "I'm not used to spicy food." This indirect approach allows the speaker to express their preference or dislike without directly rejecting or criticizing the food.


In this sentence, we have used "ไม่" and "ไม่เป็น" together, which means "not not real".
Similarly, when declining an invitation or request, Thai people often use polite phrases such as "I'm sorry, I have other plans" or "I wish I could, but I'm unable to." This polite and indirect way of declining helps to preserve the relationship and avoid any feelings of rejection or disappointment.


== Examples ==
Understanding this cultural aspect of negation in Thai language will not only enhance your language skills but also allow you to communicate more effectively and respectfully in Thai society.


Here are some examples of negative sentences in Thai:
== Exercises ==


{| class="wikitable"
Now that we have learned about forming negative sentences in Thai, let's practice what we have learned through some exercises. Translate the following sentences into Thai, using the appropriate negation words or phrases:
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| ฉันไม่รู้ /chăn mâi róo/ || chan mai roo || I don't know
|-
| เขาไม่ตอบโทรศัพท์ /kăo mâi dtòp toh-sàp/ || kao mai dtob tohsap || He doesn't answer the phone
|-
| ฉันไม่เคยเห็นเขา /chăn mâi-keoi hĕn kăo/ || chan mai keoi hen kao || I haven't seen him
|-
| เขาไม่มีเวลา /kăo mâi mee wa-laa/ || kao mai mee welaa || He doesn't have time
|}


== Practice ==
1. He doesn't like to eat spicy food.
2. I have never been to Thailand.
3. They don't have any pets.
4. She cannot speak English.
5. We don't want to go shopping.


Now that we have learned the basic structure of negative sentences in Thai, it's time to practice. Below are some exercises to help you master the skill.
Here are the solutions:


# Translate the following sentences into Thai:
1. เขาไม่ชอบกินอาหารเผ็ด (khǎo mâi chǒp gin aa-hǎan pèt)
2. ฉันไม่เคยไปประเทศไทย (chǎn mâi koei bpai bprà-taet thai)
3. เขาไม่มีสัตว์เลี้ยงเลย (khǎo mâi mii sàt-lûaeng loei)
4. เธอไม่ได้พูดภาษาอังกฤษ (thooe mâi dâi phûut phaa-sǎa ang-grìt)
5. เราไม่อยากไปช็อปปิ้ง (rao mâi yàak bpai chôp-bpîng)


* I don't speak Thai
Feel free to practice these exercises until you feel confident in forming negative sentences in Thai.
* She doesn't like spicy food
* They have never been to Bangkok


# Translate the following Thai sentences into English:
== Conclusion ==


* เขาไม่ชอบกินผัก
Congratulations on completing the lesson on negative sentences in Thai! In this lesson, we explored the basic structure of negative sentences, including the placement of negation words and the use of auxiliary verbs. We also learned about common negation words and phrases that can be used to express negation in various contexts.
* ฉันไม่เคยเห็นปลาช่อน
* เขาไม่ได้ยินเสียงของฉัน


== Sources ==
Remember to practice forming negative sentences in Thai regularly to reinforce your learning. The more you practice, the more natural and effortless it will become.


* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thai_language Thai Language]
In the next lesson, we will delve into the formation of questions in Thai. We will learn how to ask questions using question words and sentence patterns. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thai_grammar Thai Grammar]


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==Related Lessons==
 
==Sources==
* [https://www.thaipod101.com/blog/2021/08/10/thai-negation/ Thai Negation: Learn How to Form Negative Sentences]
* [https://ling-app.com/th/thai-sentence-structure/ Thai Sentence Structure: 7 Useful Grammar Tips - Ling App]
* [https://www-s3-live.kent.edu/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/file/07SorabudRungrojsuwan.pdf Negative Markers in Dialects of Northern Thai]
 
 
 
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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on forming negative sentences in Thai! In this lesson, we will explore how to express negation in Thai sentences. Negation is an essential aspect of any language, as it allows us to convey the absence or denial of something. Understanding how to form negative sentences will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Thai.

In this lesson, we will cover the basic structure of negative sentences, including the placement of negation words and the use of auxiliary verbs. We will also delve into some common negation words and phrases that will expand your vocabulary and allow you to express negation in various contexts.

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of how to form negative sentences in Thai and will be able to incorporate them into your conversations. So let's get started!

Basic Structure of Negative Sentences[edit | edit source]

In Thai, negative sentences are formed by adding a negation word or phrase to the sentence. The position of the negation word can vary depending on the sentence structure and the type of verb used. Let's explore the basic structure of negative sentences in Thai.

Negation Word Placement with Normal Verbs[edit | edit source]

When using normal verbs in a negative sentence, the negation word is typically placed before the verb. Here is the basic structure:

Negation Word + Verb + Object

For example:

  • ไม่ (mâi) + กิน (gin) + ข้าว (kâao) = ไม่กินข้าว (mâi gin kâao) = "not eat rice"

In this example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the verb "กิน" (gin), which means "to eat". The object "ข้าว" (kâao) meaning "rice" follows the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "ไม่กินข้าว" (mâi gin kâao) which translates to "not eat rice" in English.

Let's look at some more examples:

Thai Pronunciation English
เขา khǎo He/she/they
ไม่ mâi not
ไป bpai go
โรงเรียน rong-rian school
Thai Pronunciation English
เขา khǎo He/she/they
ไม่ mâi not
มา maa come
ที่นี่ tîi-nîi here

In the first example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the verb "ไป" (bpai), which means "to go". The object "โรงเรียน" (rong-rian) meaning "school" follows the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่ไปโรงเรียน" (khǎo mâi bpai rong-rian) which translates to "He/she/they don't go to school" in English.

In the second example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the verb "มา" (maa), which means "to come". The object "ที่นี่" (tîi-nîi) meaning "here" follows the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่มาที่นี่" (khǎo mâi maa tîi-nîi) which translates to "He/she/they don't come here" in English.

Negation Word Placement with Auxiliary Verbs[edit | edit source]

In Thai, certain verbs require the use of auxiliary verbs to form negative sentences. The negation word is placed before the auxiliary verb, which then precedes the main verb. Let's take a look at the basic structure:

Negation Word + Auxiliary Verb + Main Verb + Object

For example:

  • ไม่ (mâi) + ได้ (dâi) + ทำ (tam) + งาน (ngaan) = ไม่ได้ทำงาน (mâi dâi tam ngaan) = "not work"

In this example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the auxiliary verb "ได้" (dâi), which means "can" or "able to". The main verb "ทำ" (tam) meaning "to do" follows the auxiliary verb. The object "งาน" (ngaan) meaning "work" comes after the main verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "ไม่ได้ทำงาน" (mâi dâi tam ngaan) which translates to "not work" in English.

Let's look at some more examples:

Thai Pronunciation English
เขา khǎo He/she/they
ไม่ mâi not
สามารถ săa-mâat can
พูด phûut speak
ภาษาไทย phaa-sǎa-thai Thai language
Thai Pronunciation English
เขา khǎo He/she/they
ไม่ mâi not
ต้อง dtâwng have to
ทำ tam do
งานบ้าน ngaan-bâan homework

In the first example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the auxiliary verb "สามารถ" (săa-mâat), which means "can". The main verb "พูด" (phûut) meaning "to speak" follows the auxiliary verb. The object "ภาษาไทย" (phaa-sǎa-thai) meaning "Thai language" comes after the main verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่สามารถพูดภาษาไทย" (khǎo mâi săa-mâat phûut phaa-sǎa-thai) which translates to "He/she/they cannot speak Thai" in English.

In the second example, the negation word "ไม่" (mâi) is placed before the auxiliary verb "ต้อง" (dtâwng), which means "have to" or "must". The main verb "ทำ" (tam) meaning "to do" follows the auxiliary verb. The object "งานบ้าน" (ngaan-bâan) meaning "homework" comes after the main verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่ต้องทำงานบ้าน" (khǎo mâi dtâwng tam ngaan-bâan) which translates to "He/she/they don't have to do homework" in English.

Common Negation Words and Phrases[edit | edit source]

In addition to the negation word "ไม่" (mâi), there are several other common negation words and phrases that can be used to form negative sentences in Thai. Let's explore some of them:

  • ไม่มี (mâi mii): "do not have" or "there is no"
  • ไม่เคย (mâi koei): "have never" or "never"
  • ไม่ได้ (mâi dâi): "do not" or "cannot"
  • ไม่ต้อง (mâi dtâwng): "do not have to" or "do not need to"
  • ไม่อยาก (mâi yàak): "do not want to"

These negation words and phrases can be used in various sentence structures to express negation. Let's see some examples:

Thai Pronunciation English
เขา khǎo He/she/they
ไม่มี mâi mii do not have
เงิน ngern money
ที่นี่ tîi-nîi here
Thai Pronunciation English
เขา khǎo He/she/they
ไม่เคย mâi koei have never
ไป bpai go
ต่างประเทศ dtàang-bprà-taet abroad

In the first example, the negation phrase "ไม่มี" (mâi mii) is used to express "do not have". The object "เงิน" (ngern) meaning "money" follows the negation phrase. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่มีเงิน" (khǎo mâi mii ngern) which translates to "He/she/they do not have money" in English.

In the second example, the negation phrase "ไม่เคย" (mâi koei) is used to express "have never". The verb "ไป" (bpai) meaning "to go" follows the negation phrase. The object "ต่างประเทศ" (dtàang-bprà-taet) meaning "abroad" comes after the verb. Together, they form the negative sentence "เขาไม่เคยไปต่างประเทศ" (khǎo mâi koei bpai dtàang-bprà-taet) which translates to "He/she/they have never been abroad" in English.

Feel free to explore and experiment with these common negation words and phrases to expand your ability to express negation in Thai sentences.

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Thai culture places great importance on maintaining harmony and avoiding conflict. This cultural value is reflected in the use of negative sentences in Thai language. In Thai society, it is considered impolite and confrontational to express negation directly and forcefully. Instead, Thai people often use indirect or softened forms of negation to convey their thoughts without causing offense or discomfort.

For example, rather than saying "I don't like spicy food" in a straightforward manner, a Thai person might say "I prefer non-spicy food" or "I'm not used to spicy food." This indirect approach allows the speaker to express their preference or dislike without directly rejecting or criticizing the food.

Similarly, when declining an invitation or request, Thai people often use polite phrases such as "I'm sorry, I have other plans" or "I wish I could, but I'm unable to." This polite and indirect way of declining helps to preserve the relationship and avoid any feelings of rejection or disappointment.

Understanding this cultural aspect of negation in Thai language will not only enhance your language skills but also allow you to communicate more effectively and respectfully in Thai society.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we have learned about forming negative sentences in Thai, let's practice what we have learned through some exercises. Translate the following sentences into Thai, using the appropriate negation words or phrases:

1. He doesn't like to eat spicy food. 2. I have never been to Thailand. 3. They don't have any pets. 4. She cannot speak English. 5. We don't want to go shopping.

Here are the solutions:

1. เขาไม่ชอบกินอาหารเผ็ด (khǎo mâi chǒp gin aa-hǎan pèt) 2. ฉันไม่เคยไปประเทศไทย (chǎn mâi koei bpai bprà-taet thai) 3. เขาไม่มีสัตว์เลี้ยงเลย (khǎo mâi mii sàt-lûaeng loei) 4. เธอไม่ได้พูดภาษาอังกฤษ (thooe mâi dâi phûut phaa-sǎa ang-grìt) 5. เราไม่อยากไปช็อปปิ้ง (rao mâi yàak bpai chôp-bpîng)

Feel free to practice these exercises until you feel confident in forming negative sentences in Thai.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing the lesson on negative sentences in Thai! In this lesson, we explored the basic structure of negative sentences, including the placement of negation words and the use of auxiliary verbs. We also learned about common negation words and phrases that can be used to express negation in various contexts.

Remember to practice forming negative sentences in Thai regularly to reinforce your learning. The more you practice, the more natural and effortless it will become.

In the next lesson, we will delve into the formation of questions in Thai. We will learn how to ask questions using question words and sentence patterns. Stay tuned and keep up the great work!

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