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Introduction: | |||
Welcome to the lesson on Time Expressions in Thai! In this lesson, we will learn how to tell time and talk about schedules in Thai. Understanding time expressions is crucial for effective communication, as it allows us to plan our activities and coordinate with others. We will explore various vocabulary related to time expressions, practice using them in sentences, and delve into the cultural significance of time in Thai society. | |||
== Thai Time | == Thai Time System == | ||
Before we dive into time expressions, let's understand the Thai time system. Like many other countries, Thailand uses a 24-hour clock system. However, it is common for Thais to use both the 24-hour system and the 12-hour system, especially in informal situations. The 24-hour system is more commonly used in written form and official settings, while the 12-hour system is often used in spoken language and casual conversations. It's important to be familiar with both systems to effectively communicate in Thai. | |||
=== Telling Time in Thai === | |||
To tell time in Thai, we use the word "โมง" (mohng) to indicate o'clock. For example, "2 o'clock" is "๒ โมง" (song mohng). To indicate minutes, we use the word "นาที" (naa thee). For example, "10 minutes past 2" is "๒ โมง สิบ นาที" (song mohng sip naa thee). In addition to these basic phrases, there are other time expressions that we will explore in the following sections. | |||
=== Basic Time Expressions === | |||
Let's start with some basic time expressions that you can use in everyday conversations. | |||
==== Morning ==== | |||
In Thai, the morning is referred to as "เช้า" (cháo). Here are some examples of how to express time in the morning: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English | |||
|- | |||
| เจ็ดโมง || jèt mohng || 7 o'clock | |||
|- | |||
| แปดโมงครึ่ง || bpàet mohng khrêung || 8:30 | |||
|- | |||
| สิบโมงเช้า || sìp mohng cháo || 10 o'clock in the morning | |||
|} | |||
==== Afternoon ==== | |||
The afternoon is referred to as "บ่าย" (bàai) in Thai. Here are some examples of how to express time in the afternoon: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English | |||
|- | |||
| หนึ่งโมงบ่าย || nèung mohng bàai || 1 o'clock in the afternoon | |||
|- | |||
| สามโมงครึ่ง || săam mohng khrêung || 3:30 | |||
|- | |||
| ห้าโมงเย็น || hâa mohng yen || 5 o'clock in the evening | |||
|} | |||
==== Evening and Night ==== | |||
The evening and night are referred to as "เย็น" (yen) and "ค่ำ" (kâm) respectively in Thai. Here are some examples of how to express time in the evening and night: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English | |||
|- | |||
| หกโมงเย็น || hòk mohng yen || 6 o'clock in the evening | |||
|- | |||
| เก้าโมง || gâo mohng || 9 o'clock | |||
|- | |||
| สิบสองโมงครึ่งค่ำ || sìp sŏng mohng khrêung kâm || 12:30 at night | |||
|} | |||
=== More Time Expressions === | |||
Now that we have covered the basic time expressions, let's explore some more specific time-related vocabulary. | |||
==== Minutes ==== | |||
To express minutes in Thai, we use the word "นาที" (naa thee). Here are some examples: | |||
Here are some | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English | ! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | สิบนาที || sìp naa thee || 10 minutes | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | ยี่สิบนาที || yîi sìp naa thee || 20 minutes | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | สามสิบนาที || săam sìp naa thee || 30 minutes | ||
|} | |||
==== Hours and Minutes ==== | |||
To express time with both hours and minutes, we use the word "นาฬิกา" (naa lí gaa). Here are some examples: | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English | |||
|- | |- | ||
| | | สองนาฬิกา || sŏng naa lí gaa || 2 hours | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | สามนาฬิกาครึ่ง || săam naa lí gaa khrêung || 3 and a half hours | ||
|- | |- | ||
| | | ห้านาฬิกาสิบ || hâa naa lí gaa sìp || 5 hours and 10 minutes | ||
|} | |} | ||
=== Asking for Time === | |||
To ask for the time in Thai, you can use the following phrases: | |||
* "กี่โมงแล้ว" (gìi mohng láew) - What time is it? | |||
* "ถามเวลาหน่อยได้ไหม" (thaam wêe laa nòi dâi măi) - Can I ask for the time? | |||
=== Cultural Significance of Time in Thai Society === | |||
In Thai culture, time is viewed differently compared to some Western cultures. Punctuality is highly valued in Thai society, especially in formal and business settings. It is considered impolite to be late for appointments or meetings. Arriving a few minutes early is seen as a sign of respect and professionalism. | |||
In addition to punctuality, there are specific time-related customs that are unique to Thai culture. For example, Thais have a concept called "สองเวลา" (sŏng wêe laa), which translates to "two times." This refers to the Thai practice of dividing the day into morning and afternoon/evening sessions. It is common for businesses, schools, and government offices to close for a few hours during the afternoon for a break or nap time. This custom reflects the Thai value of work-life balance and relaxation. | |||
== Practice Exercise == | === Practice Exercise: === | ||
Now it's time to practice what you have learned! Translate the following sentences from English to Thai: | |||
1. It's 8:45 in the morning. | |||
2. What time is it? | |||
3. I have a meeting at 2 o'clock in the afternoon. | |||
4. Can I ask for the time? | |||
5. My flight is at 7:30 in the evening. | |||
1. | Solutions: | ||
2. | 1. เป็นเวลา แปดโมงสี่สิบห้านาทีเช้า | ||
3. | 2. กี่โมงแล้ว | ||
4. | 3. ผมมีการประชุมเวลาสองโมงบ่าย | ||
5. | 4. ถามเวลาหน่อยได้ไหม | ||
5. เที่ยวบินของฉันเวลาเจ็ดโมงครึ่งเย็น | |||
Congratulations! You've completed the lesson on Time Expressions in Thai. You can now confidently tell time and talk about schedules in Thai. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary to become even more fluent in Thai! | |||
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==Sources== | |||
* [https://www.lingohut.com/en/v776819/thai-lessons-time-expressions Thai lessons: Time expressions] | |||
* [https://www.thailanguagehut.com/learn-thai-parts-of-the-day/ Thai Language Lessons and Examples - speak like a local] | |||
* [https://learnthaistyle.com/time-concepts-thai-language/ Time Concepts in Thai Language | Learn Thai Style] | |||
==Other Lessons== | |||
* [[Language/Thai/Vocabulary/Basic-Colors|Basic Colors]] | * [[Language/Thai/Vocabulary/Basic-Colors|Basic Colors]] | ||
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Introduction: Welcome to the lesson on Time Expressions in Thai! In this lesson, we will learn how to tell time and talk about schedules in Thai. Understanding time expressions is crucial for effective communication, as it allows us to plan our activities and coordinate with others. We will explore various vocabulary related to time expressions, practice using them in sentences, and delve into the cultural significance of time in Thai society.
Thai Time System[edit | edit source]
Before we dive into time expressions, let's understand the Thai time system. Like many other countries, Thailand uses a 24-hour clock system. However, it is common for Thais to use both the 24-hour system and the 12-hour system, especially in informal situations. The 24-hour system is more commonly used in written form and official settings, while the 12-hour system is often used in spoken language and casual conversations. It's important to be familiar with both systems to effectively communicate in Thai.
Telling Time in Thai[edit | edit source]
To tell time in Thai, we use the word "โมง" (mohng) to indicate o'clock. For example, "2 o'clock" is "๒ โมง" (song mohng). To indicate minutes, we use the word "นาที" (naa thee). For example, "10 minutes past 2" is "๒ โมง สิบ นาที" (song mohng sip naa thee). In addition to these basic phrases, there are other time expressions that we will explore in the following sections.
Basic Time Expressions[edit | edit source]
Let's start with some basic time expressions that you can use in everyday conversations.
Morning[edit | edit source]
In Thai, the morning is referred to as "เช้า" (cháo). Here are some examples of how to express time in the morning:
Thai | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
เจ็ดโมง | jèt mohng | 7 o'clock |
แปดโมงครึ่ง | bpàet mohng khrêung | 8:30 |
สิบโมงเช้า | sìp mohng cháo | 10 o'clock in the morning |
Afternoon[edit | edit source]
The afternoon is referred to as "บ่าย" (bàai) in Thai. Here are some examples of how to express time in the afternoon:
Thai | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
หนึ่งโมงบ่าย | nèung mohng bàai | 1 o'clock in the afternoon |
สามโมงครึ่ง | săam mohng khrêung | 3:30 |
ห้าโมงเย็น | hâa mohng yen | 5 o'clock in the evening |
Evening and Night[edit | edit source]
The evening and night are referred to as "เย็น" (yen) and "ค่ำ" (kâm) respectively in Thai. Here are some examples of how to express time in the evening and night:
Thai | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
หกโมงเย็น | hòk mohng yen | 6 o'clock in the evening |
เก้าโมง | gâo mohng | 9 o'clock |
สิบสองโมงครึ่งค่ำ | sìp sŏng mohng khrêung kâm | 12:30 at night |
More Time Expressions[edit | edit source]
Now that we have covered the basic time expressions, let's explore some more specific time-related vocabulary.
Minutes[edit | edit source]
To express minutes in Thai, we use the word "นาที" (naa thee). Here are some examples:
Thai | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
สิบนาที | sìp naa thee | 10 minutes |
ยี่สิบนาที | yîi sìp naa thee | 20 minutes |
สามสิบนาที | săam sìp naa thee | 30 minutes |
Hours and Minutes[edit | edit source]
To express time with both hours and minutes, we use the word "นาฬิกา" (naa lí gaa). Here are some examples:
Thai | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
สองนาฬิกา | sŏng naa lí gaa | 2 hours |
สามนาฬิกาครึ่ง | săam naa lí gaa khrêung | 3 and a half hours |
ห้านาฬิกาสิบ | hâa naa lí gaa sìp | 5 hours and 10 minutes |
Asking for Time[edit | edit source]
To ask for the time in Thai, you can use the following phrases:
- "กี่โมงแล้ว" (gìi mohng láew) - What time is it?
- "ถามเวลาหน่อยได้ไหม" (thaam wêe laa nòi dâi măi) - Can I ask for the time?
Cultural Significance of Time in Thai Society[edit | edit source]
In Thai culture, time is viewed differently compared to some Western cultures. Punctuality is highly valued in Thai society, especially in formal and business settings. It is considered impolite to be late for appointments or meetings. Arriving a few minutes early is seen as a sign of respect and professionalism.
In addition to punctuality, there are specific time-related customs that are unique to Thai culture. For example, Thais have a concept called "สองเวลา" (sŏng wêe laa), which translates to "two times." This refers to the Thai practice of dividing the day into morning and afternoon/evening sessions. It is common for businesses, schools, and government offices to close for a few hours during the afternoon for a break or nap time. This custom reflects the Thai value of work-life balance and relaxation.
Practice Exercise:[edit | edit source]
Now it's time to practice what you have learned! Translate the following sentences from English to Thai:
1. It's 8:45 in the morning. 2. What time is it? 3. I have a meeting at 2 o'clock in the afternoon. 4. Can I ask for the time? 5. My flight is at 7:30 in the evening.
Solutions: 1. เป็นเวลา แปดโมงสี่สิบห้านาทีเช้า 2. กี่โมงแล้ว 3. ผมมีการประชุมเวลาสองโมงบ่าย 4. ถามเวลาหน่อยได้ไหม 5. เที่ยวบินของฉันเวลาเจ็ดโมงครึ่งเย็น
Congratulations! You've completed the lesson on Time Expressions in Thai. You can now confidently tell time and talk about schedules in Thai. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary to become even more fluent in Thai!
Videos[edit | edit source]
Thai Language Phrases Lesson 4: Time - YouTube[edit | edit source]
USEFUL THAI PHRASES: Long Time No See - YouTube[edit | edit source]
Sources[edit | edit source]
- Thai lessons: Time expressions
- Thai Language Lessons and Examples - speak like a local
- Time Concepts in Thai Language | Learn Thai Style
Other Lessons[edit | edit source]
- Basic Colors
- How to say I
- Fruits
- Thai Proverbs
- Common Animals
- How to say “to know” in Thai
- List of nouns
- Typing Thai
- Numbers 1 10
- Count from 1 to 10
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