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Welcome to the lesson on '''Adverbs of Time''' in Thai! Understanding adverbs of time is crucial for any language learner, especially for beginners diving into the beautiful Thai language. These adverbs help us express when actions take place, making our conversations more dynamic and meaningful.
 
In this lesson, we'll explore how to use adverbs of time effectively. We will go through some key types of adverbs, provide plenty of examples, and wrap up with exercises to solidify your understanding. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a solid grasp of how to incorporate these adverbs into your Thai sentences.


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== Introduction ==
=== What are Adverbs of Time? ===
 
Adverbs of time answer questions like "when?", "how often?", and "for how long?". In Thai, they help us indicate specific times and durations.
 
* '''Common Adverbs of Time in Thai:'''


Welcome to the lesson on Thai Grammar! In this lesson, we will explore the topic of adverbs, specifically focusing on adverbs of time. Adverbs play an essential role in Thai sentences as they provide additional information about the verb, such as when an action takes place. Understanding how to use adverbs of time correctly will greatly enhance your ability to communicate in Thai.
* วันนี้ (wan-níi) - today


Throughout this lesson, we will delve into the details of adverbs of time, including their usage, placement, and common examples. We will also explore any regional variations or historical reasons that may influence the usage of adverbs of time in different contexts. Additionally, we will provide you with a variety of exercises and practice scenarios to help reinforce your learning.
* เมื่อวาน (mêua-wan) - yesterday


Let's get started!
* พรุ่งนี้ (phrûng-níi) - tomorrow


== What are Adverbs of Time? ==
* ตอนนี้ (ton-níi) - now


Adverbs of time are words or phrases that provide information about when an action occurs. They help to establish the timing or frequency of an event in a sentence. In Thai, adverbs of time can be used to answer questions such as "when?" or "how often?"
* บ่อยครั้ง (bòi-khráng) - often


Adverbs of time can be further categorized into specific time periods, such as days, months, seasons, or years. They can also indicate general time frames, such as "today," "tomorrow," or "yesterday."
* เสมอ (sà-mə̌ə) - always


Now, let's explore the different types of adverbs of time and how to use them in Thai sentences.
=== Structure of Adverbs of Time in Thai ===


=== Days of the Week ===
Adverbs of time typically appear at the beginning or the end of a sentence. Here’s a general structure:


One essential aspect of adverbs of time in Thai is the days of the week. Knowing the names of the days will greatly assist you in expressing events or actions within specific time frames.
* '''Basic Sentence Structure''': [Adverb of Time] + [Subject] + [Verb] + [Object]


Here are the days of the week in Thai:
Example:
 
* วันนี้ ฉันไปตลาด (wan-níi chán bpai tà-làat) - Today, I go to the market.
 
Let's dive deeper into some common adverbs of time.
 
== Common Adverbs of Time ==
 
=== Today (วันนี้) ===
 
This adverb indicates the current day.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| วันจันทร์ || wan jan || Monday
 
| วันนี้ || wan-níi || today
 
|-
|-
| วันอังคาร || wan ang-khan || Tuesday
 
| วันนี้ ฉันเรียนภาษาไทย || wan-níi chán rian phaasǎa Thai || Today, I study Thai.
 
|-
|-
| วันพุธ || wan phut || Wednesday
 
| วันนี้ เขาทำงาน || wan-níi khǎo tham-ngaan || Today, he works.
 
|}
 
=== Yesterday (เมื่อวาน) ===
 
This adverb refers to the day before today.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| วันพฤหัสบดี || wan phreu-hat || Thursday
 
| เมื่อวาน || mêua-wan || yesterday
 
|-
|-
| วันศุกร์ || wan suk || Friday
 
| เมื่อวาน ฉันไปตลาด || mêua-wan chán bpai tà-làat || Yesterday, I went to the market.
 
|-
|-
| วันเสาร์ || wan sao || Saturday
|-
| วันอาทิตย์ || wan a-thi-ti || Sunday
|}


To use the days of the week as adverbs of time, you simply need to add the word "วัน" (wan) before the day's name. For example:
| เมื่อวาน เขาไปทำงาน || mêua-wan khǎo bpai tham-ngaan || Yesterday, he went to work.


* เขาเรียนวันจันทร์ (khao rian wan jan) - "He/She studies on Monday."
|}
* พรุ่งนี้คือวันอังคาร (phrung ni khue wan ang-khan) - "Tomorrow is Tuesday."


=== Months of the Year ===
=== Tomorrow (พรุ่งนี้) ===


Similar to the days of the week, knowing the names of the months in Thai will be beneficial when discussing events or actions over specific time periods.
This adverb indicates the next day.


Here are the months of the year in Thai:
{| class="wikitable"


{| class="wikitable"
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| มกราคม || mokara-khom || January
 
| พรุ่งนี้ || phrûng-níi || tomorrow
 
|-
|-
| กุมภาพันธ์ || kumpha-phan || February
 
| พรุ่งนี้ ฉันจะไปเที่ยว || phrûng-níi chán jà bpai thîao || Tomorrow, I will go traveling.
 
|-
|-
| มีนาคม || mina-khom || March
 
| พรุ่งนี้ เขาจะทำการบ้าน || phrûng-níi khǎo jà tham kān-bâan || Tomorrow, he will do homework.
 
|}
 
=== Now (ตอนนี้) ===
 
This adverb signifies the current moment.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| เมษายน || maesa-yon || April
 
| ตอนนี้ || ton-níi || now
 
|-
|-
| พฤษภาคม || phruet-sa-phan || May
 
| ตอนนี้ ฉันกำลังอ่านหนังสือ || ton-níi chán kam-lang àan nǎng-sʉ̌ʉ || Now, I am reading a book.
 
|-
|-
| มิถุนายน || mi-thu-na-yon || June
 
| ตอนนี้ เขากำลังทำอาหาร || ton-níi khǎo kam-lang tham aa-hǎan || Now, he is cooking.
 
|}
 
=== Often (บ่อยครั้ง) ===
 
This adverb indicates frequency.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| กรกฎาคม || karakada-khom || July
 
| บ่อยครั้ง || bòi-khráng || often
 
|-
|-
| สิงหาคม || singha-khom || August
 
| ฉันไปหามเหสีบ่อยครั้ง || chán bpai hǎa mǎhěe-sǐi bòi-khráng || I often visit my girlfriend.
 
|-
|-
| กันยายน || kan-yon || September
 
| เขาทานข้าวบ่อยครั้ง || khǎo thaan khâao bòi-khráng || He often eats rice.
 
|}
 
=== Always (เสมอ) ===
 
This adverb suggests a constant action.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| ตุลาคม || thula-khom || October
 
| เสมอ || sà-mə̌ə || always
 
|-
|-
| พฤศจิกายน || phruet-sa-ji-ka-yon || November
 
| ฉันเสมอไปวัด || chán sà-mə̌ə bpai wát || I always go to the temple.
 
|-
|-
| ธันวาคม || thana-wa-khom || December
 
| เขาเสมออ่านหนังสือ || khǎo sà-mə̌ə àan nǎng-sʉ̌ʉ || He always reads a book.
 
|}
|}


To use the months of the year as adverbs of time, you can add the word "เดือน" (deuan) before the month's name. For example:
== Using Adverbs of Time in Sentences ==


* วันเกิดของฉันอยู่ในเดือนมกราคม (wan koet kong chan yu nai deuan mokara-khom) - "My birthday is in January."
Now that we've learned some common adverbs, let's see how they can be used in sentences.  
* เราจะไปเที่ยวเมืองเชียงใหม่ในเดือนธันวาคม (rao ja pai thiao mueang chang mai nai deuan thana-wa-khom) - "We will travel to Chiang Mai in December."


=== Time Expressions ===
1. '''วันนี้''' (today)


In addition to specific days and months, Thai also has various time expressions that can function as adverbs of time. These expressions help to indicate the time of day or general time frames. Let's explore some common time expressions in Thai:
* '''Example''': วันนี้ฉันไปเรียนดนตรี (wan-níi chán bpai rian don-trii) - Today, I go to music class.


* ตอนเช้า (ton chao) - "morning"
2. '''เมื่อวาน''' (yesterday)
* ตอนกลางวัน (ton klang wan) - "midday"
* ตอนบ่าย (ton bai) - "afternoon"
* ตอนเย็น (ton yen) - "evening"
* ตอนดึก (ton deuk) - "night"
* เช้า (chao) - "morning" (informal)
* กลางวัน (klang wan) - "midday" (informal)
* เย็น (yen) - "evening" (informal)
* ดึก (deuk) - "night" (informal)


To use these time expressions as adverbs of time, you can simply include them in your sentence to indicate when an action occurs. Here are a few examples:
* '''Example''': เมื่อวานเธอไปหามเหสี (mêua-wan thəə bpai hǎa mǎhěe-sǐi) - Yesterday, she visited her girlfriend.


* เขาตื่นตอนเช้า (khao deun ton chao) - "He/She wakes up in the morning."
3. '''พรุ่งนี้''' (tomorrow)
* เราจะเดินทางตอนกลางวัน (rao ja dern thang ton klang wan) - "We will travel at midday."
* เขากลับบ้านตอนดึก (khao glap ban ton deuk) - "He/She returns home at night."


=== Seasons ===
* '''Example''': พรุ่งนี้เราจะไปเที่ยวทะเล (phrûng-níi rao jà bpai thîao tha-lay) - Tomorrow, we will go to the beach.


Another category of adverbs of time in Thai is seasons. Although Thailand does not experience distinct seasons like some other countries, the concept of seasons is still present in the Thai language.
4. '''ตอนนี้''' (now)


Here are the seasons in Thai:
* '''Example''': ตอนนี้เขากำลังทำการบ้าน (ton-níi khǎo kam-lang tham kān-bâan) - Now, he is doing homework.


{| class="wikitable"
5. '''บ่อยครั้ง''' (often)
! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
* '''Example''': ฉันบ่อยครั้งไปว่ายน้ำ (chán bòi-khráng bpai wái-náam) - I often go swimming.
| ฤดูใบไม้ผลิ || ru-du bai mai phli || spring
 
|-
6. '''เสมอ''' (always)
| ฤดูร้อน || ru-du ron || summer
 
|-
* '''Example''': เขาเสมอทำงานหนัก (khǎo sà-mə̌ə tham-ngaan nàk) - He always works hard.
| ฤดูใบไม้ร่วง || ru-du bai mai ruang || autumn
 
|-
== Exercises ==
| ฤดูหนาว || ru-du nao || winter
 
|}
Now, let’s practice what we’ve learned!  
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Complete the sentences with the correct adverb of time.
 
1. ________ (today), I will study.
 
2. ________ (yesterday), I went to the market.
 
3. I usually go to the gym ________ (often).
 
4. She is eating now, ________ (now).
 
5. We are traveling ________ (tomorrow).
 
=== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ===
 
Translate the following sentences into Thai.
 
1. Today, I eat lunch.
 
2. Yesterday, he played football.
 
3. Tomorrow, they will go to school.
 
=== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences ===
 
Write three sentences using different adverbs of time.
 
=== Exercise 4: Identify the Adverbs ===
 
Read the following sentences and underline the adverbs of time.
 
1. I always wake up early.
 
2. He is currently studying.
 
3. They often visit their grandparents.
 
=== Exercise 5: Match the Adverb to the Meaning ===
 
Match the Thai adverbs of time from the left column to their English meanings on the right.
 
* 1. วันนี้   
 
* 2. เมื่อวาน   
 
* 3. พรุ่งนี้   
 
* 4. ตอนนี้   
 
* 5. บ่อยครั้ง 
 
* 6. เสมอ 
 
|| a. tomorrow ||
 
|| b. today ||
 
|| c. often ||
 
|| d. yesterday ||
 
|| e. now ||
 
|| f. always ||
 
=== Exercise 6: Sentence Rearrangement ===
 
Rearrange the following words to form correct sentences.
 
1. ไป / วันนี้ / ฉัน / ตลาด
 
2. เธอ / เมื่อวาน / ทำการบ้าน
 
3. เขา / พรุ่งนี้ / จะ / ทำอาหาร
 
=== Exercise 7: Correct the Mistakes ===
 
Find and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.
 
1. วันนี้ เขา ไปหามเหสีเสมอ
 
2. เมื่อวาน ฉัน ไปเที่ยวบ่อยครั้ง
 
3. พรุ่งนี้ เธอ ทำการบ้านตอนนี้
 
=== Exercise 8: True or False ===
 
Determine if the statement is true or false.
 
1. "พรุ่งนี้" means yesterday.
 
2. "ตอนนี้" indicates a current action.
 
3. "บ่อยครั้ง" means always.
 
=== Exercise 9: Short Answer ===
 
1. What does "วันนี้" mean?
 
2. How can you use "เมื่อวาน" in a sentence?
 
3. Give an example of a sentence using "พรุ่งนี้."
 
=== Exercise 10: Group Activity ===
 
In groups, create a short dialogue using at least three different adverbs of time.
 
== Solutions ==
 
Here are the solutions to the exercises:
 
=== Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
1. วันนี้ (wan-níi)
 
2. เมื่อวาน (mêua-wan)
 
3. บ่อยครั้ง (bòi-khráng)
 
4. ตอนนี้ (ton-níi)
 
5. พรุ่งนี้ (phrûng-níi)
 
=== Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences ===
 
1. วันนี้ฉันทานข้าวกลางวัน (wan-níi chán thaan khâao klâang-wan).
 
2. เมื่อวานเขาเล่นฟุตบอล (mêua-wan khǎo lên fút-bol).
 
3. พรุ่งนี้พวกเขาจะไปโรงเรียน (phrûng-níi phûak-khǎo jà bpai roong-rian).
 
=== Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences ===
 
(Students' own sentences will vary; check for correct adverb usage)
 
=== Exercise 4: Identify the Adverbs ===
 
(Students should underline "always", "currently", and "often")
 
=== Exercise 5: Match the Adverb to the Meaning ===
 
1. b
 
2. d
 
3. a
 
4. e
 
5. c
 
6. f
 
=== Exercise 6: Sentence Rearrangement ===
 
1. วันนี้ฉันไปตลาด (wan-níi chán bpai tà-làat).
 
2. เมื่อวานเธอทำการบ้าน (mêua-wan thəə tham kān-bâan).


To use seasons as adverbs of time, you can add the word "ใน" (nai) before the season's name. For example:
3. เขาจะทำอาหารพรุ่งนี้ (khǎo jà tham aa-hǎan phrûng-níi).


* เดือนธันวาคมเป็นฤดูหนาวในประเทศไทย (deuan thana-wa-khom pen ru-du nao nai prathet thai) - "December is winter in Thailand."
=== Exercise 7: Correct the Mistakes ===
* เขาชอบออกไปเที่ยวในฤดูใบไม้ผลิ (khao chop ok pai thiao nai ru-du bai mai phli) - "He/She enjoys going out during the spring."


== Usage of Adverbs of Time ==
1. วันนี้ เขา ไปหามเหสี (วันนี้ เขาไปหามเหสีเสมอ - should be "บ่อยครั้ง" instead of "เสมอ").


Now that we have explored the different types of adverbs of time in Thai, let's discuss how to use them correctly in sentences. Understanding the proper placement and usage of adverbs of time is crucial for effective communication.
2. เมื่อวาน ฉันไปเที่ยว (should be "เมื่อวาน ฉันไปเที่ยวบ่อยครั้ง").


In Thai, adverbs of time are commonly placed before the verb they modify. However, they can also be placed at the beginning or end of the sentence for emphasis or stylistic purposes. The placement will depend on the context and the speaker's intent.
3. พรุ่งนี้ เธอจะทำการบ้าน (should be "พรุ่งนี้ เธอทำการบ้านตอนนี้").


Let's examine some examples to illustrate the usage of adverbs of time in Thai sentences:
=== Exercise 8: True or False ===


* เขาจะไปเที่ยวที่ชลบุรีในวันอาทิตย์ (khao ja pai thiao thi Chon Buri nai wan a-thi-ti) - "He/She will go sightseeing in Chon Buri on Sunday."
1. False
* วันนี้ฉันไปเที่ยวหลายสถานที่ (wan ni chan pai thiao lai than thi) - "Today, I went sightseeing to various places."
* เมื่อวานนี้เขาไปเที่ยวทะเล (meuan wan ni khao pai thiao thale) - "Yesterday, he/she went to the beach for a vacation."


As you can see from these examples, the adverbs of time are placed before the verb "ไป" (pai), which means "to go." This placement provides clarity about when the action occurred.
2. True


Remember that the placement of adverbs of time can vary depending on the sentence structure and emphasis desired. Practice using different placements to become comfortable with the flexibility of Thai sentence construction.
3. False


== Cultural Insights ==
=== Exercise 9: Short Answer ===


Thai culture greatly values punctuality and being mindful of time. It is considered polite and respectful to arrive on time for appointments, meetings, or social gatherings. Thai people appreciate others who are punctual as it demonstrates responsibility and consideration for others.
1. "วันนี้" means today.


Additionally, Thai people often use time-related adverbs to describe the weather or conditions during certain seasons. For example, the rainy season is referred to as "ฤดูฝน" (ru-du fon), which literally means "season of rain." This term is commonly used in everyday conversations, and it helps to create a shared understanding of the weather conditions during that time of year.
2. You can say: "เมื่อวานฉันไปหามเหสี".


Understanding the cultural significance of time-related adverbs in Thai will not only enhance your language skills but also help you navigate social situations more effectively.
3. Example: "พรุ่งนี้ฉันจะไปเที่ยว".


== Practice Exercises ==
=== Exercise 10: Group Activity ===


Now it's time to put your knowledge into practice! Complete the following exercises to reinforce your understanding of adverbs of time in Thai sentences. Choose the correct adverb of time to complete each sentence:
(Responses will vary; listen for correct adverb usage)


1. เขาเกิดวัน... (wan suk) (He/She was born on Friday.)
Congratulations! You've completed the lesson on adverbs of time in Thai. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these adverbs in your daily conversations.  
2. เมื่อคืนเขากลับบ้านตอน... (ton deuk) (Last night, he/she returned home.)
3. พรุ่งนี้เราจะไปเที่ยวเมืองภูเก็ตตอน... (ton yen) (Tomorrow, we will go sightseeing in Phuket.)
4. ฤดูใบไม้ผลิเป็นฤดู... (ru-du ron) (Summer is the season of heat.)
5. เขาตื่นตอนเช้าและไปเรียนตอน... (ton klang wan) (He/She wakes up in the morning and goes to school in the afternoon.)


Solution:
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1. เขาเกิดวันศุกร์ (wan suk)
2. เมื่อคืนเขากลับบ้านตอนดึก (ton deuk)
3. พรุ่งนี้เราจะไปเที่ยวเมืองภูเก็ตตอนเย็น (ton yen)
4. ฤดูใบไม้ผลิเป็นฤดูร้อน (ru-du ron)
5. เขาตื่นตอนเช้าและไปเรียนตอนบ่าย (ton bai)


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Congratulations! You have now learned how to use adverbs of time in Thai sentences. Adverbs of time provide crucial information about when an action occurs and are essential for effective communication in Thai.
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In this lesson, we explored the different types of adverbs of time, including the days of the week, months of the year, time expressions, and seasons. We discussed the correct placement of adverbs of time in sentences and provided cultural insights related to time in Thai culture.
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Welcome to the lesson on Adverbs of Time in Thai! Understanding adverbs of time is crucial for any language learner, especially for beginners diving into the beautiful Thai language. These adverbs help us express when actions take place, making our conversations more dynamic and meaningful.

In this lesson, we'll explore how to use adverbs of time effectively. We will go through some key types of adverbs, provide plenty of examples, and wrap up with exercises to solidify your understanding. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a solid grasp of how to incorporate these adverbs into your Thai sentences.

What are Adverbs of Time?[edit | edit source]

Adverbs of time answer questions like "when?", "how often?", and "for how long?". In Thai, they help us indicate specific times and durations.

  • Common Adverbs of Time in Thai:
  • วันนี้ (wan-níi) - today
  • เมื่อวาน (mêua-wan) - yesterday
  • พรุ่งนี้ (phrûng-níi) - tomorrow
  • ตอนนี้ (ton-níi) - now
  • บ่อยครั้ง (bòi-khráng) - often
  • เสมอ (sà-mə̌ə) - always

Structure of Adverbs of Time in Thai[edit | edit source]

Adverbs of time typically appear at the beginning or the end of a sentence. Here’s a general structure:

  • Basic Sentence Structure: [Adverb of Time] + [Subject] + [Verb] + [Object]

Example:

  • วันนี้ ฉันไปตลาด (wan-níi chán bpai tà-làat) - Today, I go to the market.

Let's dive deeper into some common adverbs of time.

Common Adverbs of Time[edit | edit source]

Today (วันนี้)[edit | edit source]

This adverb indicates the current day.

Thai Pronunciation English
วันนี้ wan-níi today
วันนี้ ฉันเรียนภาษาไทย wan-níi chán rian phaasǎa Thai Today, I study Thai.
วันนี้ เขาทำงาน wan-níi khǎo tham-ngaan Today, he works.

Yesterday (เมื่อวาน)[edit | edit source]

This adverb refers to the day before today.

Thai Pronunciation English
เมื่อวาน mêua-wan yesterday
เมื่อวาน ฉันไปตลาด mêua-wan chán bpai tà-làat Yesterday, I went to the market.
เมื่อวาน เขาไปทำงาน mêua-wan khǎo bpai tham-ngaan Yesterday, he went to work.

Tomorrow (พรุ่งนี้)[edit | edit source]

This adverb indicates the next day.

Thai Pronunciation English
พรุ่งนี้ phrûng-níi tomorrow
พรุ่งนี้ ฉันจะไปเที่ยว phrûng-níi chán jà bpai thîao Tomorrow, I will go traveling.
พรุ่งนี้ เขาจะทำการบ้าน phrûng-níi khǎo jà tham kān-bâan Tomorrow, he will do homework.

Now (ตอนนี้)[edit | edit source]

This adverb signifies the current moment.

Thai Pronunciation English
ตอนนี้ ton-níi now
ตอนนี้ ฉันกำลังอ่านหนังสือ ton-níi chán kam-lang àan nǎng-sʉ̌ʉ Now, I am reading a book.
ตอนนี้ เขากำลังทำอาหาร ton-níi khǎo kam-lang tham aa-hǎan Now, he is cooking.

Often (บ่อยครั้ง)[edit | edit source]

This adverb indicates frequency.

Thai Pronunciation English
บ่อยครั้ง bòi-khráng often
ฉันไปหามเหสีบ่อยครั้ง chán bpai hǎa mǎhěe-sǐi bòi-khráng I often visit my girlfriend.
เขาทานข้าวบ่อยครั้ง khǎo thaan khâao bòi-khráng He often eats rice.

Always (เสมอ)[edit | edit source]

This adverb suggests a constant action.

Thai Pronunciation English
เสมอ sà-mə̌ə always
ฉันเสมอไปวัด chán sà-mə̌ə bpai wát I always go to the temple.
เขาเสมออ่านหนังสือ khǎo sà-mə̌ə àan nǎng-sʉ̌ʉ He always reads a book.

Using Adverbs of Time in Sentences[edit | edit source]

Now that we've learned some common adverbs, let's see how they can be used in sentences.

1. วันนี้ (today)

  • Example: วันนี้ฉันไปเรียนดนตรี (wan-níi chán bpai rian don-trii) - Today, I go to music class.

2. เมื่อวาน (yesterday)

  • Example: เมื่อวานเธอไปหามเหสี (mêua-wan thəə bpai hǎa mǎhěe-sǐi) - Yesterday, she visited her girlfriend.

3. พรุ่งนี้ (tomorrow)

  • Example: พรุ่งนี้เราจะไปเที่ยวทะเล (phrûng-níi rao jà bpai thîao tha-lay) - Tomorrow, we will go to the beach.

4. ตอนนี้ (now)

  • Example: ตอนนี้เขากำลังทำการบ้าน (ton-níi khǎo kam-lang tham kān-bâan) - Now, he is doing homework.

5. บ่อยครั้ง (often)

  • Example: ฉันบ่อยครั้งไปว่ายน้ำ (chán bòi-khráng bpai wái-náam) - I often go swimming.

6. เสมอ (always)

  • Example: เขาเสมอทำงานหนัก (khǎo sà-mə̌ə tham-ngaan nàk) - He always works hard.

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s practice what we’ve learned!

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the correct adverb of time.

1. ________ (today), I will study.

2. ________ (yesterday), I went to the market.

3. I usually go to the gym ________ (often).

4. She is eating now, ________ (now).

5. We are traveling ________ (tomorrow).

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Thai.

1. Today, I eat lunch.

2. Yesterday, he played football.

3. Tomorrow, they will go to school.

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

Write three sentences using different adverbs of time.

Exercise 4: Identify the Adverbs[edit | edit source]

Read the following sentences and underline the adverbs of time.

1. I always wake up early.

2. He is currently studying.

3. They often visit their grandparents.

Exercise 5: Match the Adverb to the Meaning[edit | edit source]

Match the Thai adverbs of time from the left column to their English meanings on the right.

  • 1. วันนี้
  • 2. เมื่อวาน
  • 3. พรุ่งนี้
  • 4. ตอนนี้
  • 5. บ่อยครั้ง
  • 6. เสมอ

|| a. tomorrow ||

|| b. today ||

|| c. often ||

|| d. yesterday ||

|| e. now ||

|| f. always ||

Exercise 6: Sentence Rearrangement[edit | edit source]

Rearrange the following words to form correct sentences.

1. ไป / วันนี้ / ฉัน / ตลาด

2. เธอ / เมื่อวาน / ทำการบ้าน

3. เขา / พรุ่งนี้ / จะ / ทำอาหาร

Exercise 7: Correct the Mistakes[edit | edit source]

Find and correct the mistakes in the following sentences.

1. วันนี้ เขา ไปหามเหสีเสมอ

2. เมื่อวาน ฉัน ไปเที่ยวบ่อยครั้ง

3. พรุ่งนี้ เธอ ทำการบ้านตอนนี้

Exercise 8: True or False[edit | edit source]

Determine if the statement is true or false.

1. "พรุ่งนี้" means yesterday.

2. "ตอนนี้" indicates a current action.

3. "บ่อยครั้ง" means always.

Exercise 9: Short Answer[edit | edit source]

1. What does "วันนี้" mean?

2. How can you use "เมื่อวาน" in a sentence?

3. Give an example of a sentence using "พรุ่งนี้."

Exercise 10: Group Activity[edit | edit source]

In groups, create a short dialogue using at least three different adverbs of time.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Here are the solutions to the exercises:

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

1. วันนี้ (wan-níi)

2. เมื่อวาน (mêua-wan)

3. บ่อยครั้ง (bòi-khráng)

4. ตอนนี้ (ton-níi)

5. พรุ่งนี้ (phrûng-níi)

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences[edit | edit source]

1. วันนี้ฉันทานข้าวกลางวัน (wan-níi chán thaan khâao klâang-wan).

2. เมื่อวานเขาเล่นฟุตบอล (mêua-wan khǎo lên fút-bol).

3. พรุ่งนี้พวกเขาจะไปโรงเรียน (phrûng-níi phûak-khǎo jà bpai roong-rian).

Exercise 3: Create Your Own Sentences[edit | edit source]

(Students' own sentences will vary; check for correct adverb usage)

Exercise 4: Identify the Adverbs[edit | edit source]

(Students should underline "always", "currently", and "often")

Exercise 5: Match the Adverb to the Meaning[edit | edit source]

1. b

2. d

3. a

4. e

5. c

6. f

Exercise 6: Sentence Rearrangement[edit | edit source]

1. วันนี้ฉันไปตลาด (wan-níi chán bpai tà-làat).

2. เมื่อวานเธอทำการบ้าน (mêua-wan thəə tham kān-bâan).

3. เขาจะทำอาหารพรุ่งนี้ (khǎo jà tham aa-hǎan phrûng-níi).

Exercise 7: Correct the Mistakes[edit | edit source]

1. วันนี้ เขา ไปหามเหสี (วันนี้ เขาไปหามเหสีเสมอ - should be "บ่อยครั้ง" instead of "เสมอ").

2. เมื่อวาน ฉันไปเที่ยว (should be "เมื่อวาน ฉันไปเที่ยวบ่อยครั้ง").

3. พรุ่งนี้ เธอจะทำการบ้าน (should be "พรุ่งนี้ เธอทำการบ้านตอนนี้").

Exercise 8: True or False[edit | edit source]

1. False

2. True

3. False

Exercise 9: Short Answer[edit | edit source]

1. "วันนี้" means today.

2. You can say: "เมื่อวานฉันไปหามเหสี".

3. Example: "พรุ่งนี้ฉันจะไปเที่ยว".

Exercise 10: Group Activity[edit | edit source]

(Responses will vary; listen for correct adverb usage)

Congratulations! You've completed the lesson on adverbs of time in Thai. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep using these adverbs in your daily conversations.

Table of Contents - Thai Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Basic Greetings & Introductions


Basic Sentence Structure


Numbers and Counting


Present Tense Verbs


Thai Culture and Customs


Daily Activities


Adverbs


Colors


Pronouns


Thai Geography and Places


Animals


Prepositions

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