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Welcome to this delightful lesson on Thai vocabulary, where we’ll be diving into the vibrant world of fruits and vegetables! In Thailand, food is more than just sustenance; it’s a celebration of flavors, colors, and cultures. Learning the names of various fruits and vegetables will not only enhance your vocabulary but also enrich your culinary experiences if you ever find yourself in the Land of Smiles.

Fruits and vegetables play a crucial role in Thai cuisine, often used in salads, curries, and desserts. By mastering this vocabulary, you'll be able to confidently navigate markets, restaurants, and grocery stores, making your interactions more enjoyable and authentic.

In this lesson, we will cover:

Common fruits and their Thai names

Common vegetables and their Thai names

Practical exercises to reinforce your learning

So, get ready to explore the delicious world of Thai produce!

Common Fruits[edit | edit source]

List of Fruits[edit | edit source]

Let's start with some of the most common fruits found in Thailand. Below is a table listing the Thai names, their pronunciations, and their English translations.

Thai	Pronunciation	English
มะม่วง	má-mûang	Mango
สับปะรด	sàp-bpa-rót	Pineapple
กล้วย	glûay	Banana
ส้ม	sôm	Orange
แตงโม	taeng-mo	Watermelon
มะพร้าว	má-práo	Coconut
ลิ้นจี่	lín-jî	Lychee
ทุเรียน	tú-rián	Durian
มะละกอ	má-lá-gor	Papaya
แอปเปิ้ล	aep-bpêrn	Apple
องุ่น	o-ngùn	Grape
เชอร์รี่	chəə-rî	Cherry
มะเฟือง	má-fueng	Starfruit
ฝรั่ง	fà-ràng	Guava
มะขาม	má-khăam	Tamarind
สตรอว์เบอร์รี่	sàtrɔ́w-bə́ər-rî	Strawberry
ลูกพลับ	lûuk-pláp	Persimmon
มะนาว	má-náo	Lime
ลางสาด	laang-sàat	Langsat
ขนุน	khà-nun	Jackfruit
บ๊วย	bûay	Chinese Gooseberry

Common Vegetables[edit | edit source]

List of Vegetables[edit | edit source]

Now, let’s move on to some essential vegetables that are staples in Thai cooking. Here’s the corresponding table:

Thai	Pronunciation	English
ผักกาด	pàk-gàat	Lettuce
คะน้า	khà-ná	Chinese Kale
ผักชี	pàk-chī	Coriander
แครอท	khre-rót	Carrot
หอมแดง	hŏm-daaeng	Red Onion
กระเทียม	grà-thîam	Garlic
พริก	prík	Chili Pepper
ถั่ว	tùa	Bean
ฟักทอง	fák-thong	Pumpkin
มันฝรั่ง	mán-fà-ràng	Potato
ข้าวโพด	khâo-phôht	Corn
ผักกาดหอม	pàk-gàat-hŏm	Romaine Lettuce
บวบ	bùap	Bottle Gourd
กะหล่ำปลี	gà-làm-bplī	Cabbage
ขึ้นฉ่าย	khûen-châi	Celery
หน่อไม้	nàw-mái	Bamboo Shoot
ผักโขม	pàk-khŏm	Spinach
มะระ	má-rá	Bitter Melon
ดอกกะหล่ำ	dòk-gà-làm	Cauliflower
ถั่วงอก	tùa-ngòk	Bean Sprouts
ขิง	kĭng	Ginger

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that you've familiarized yourself with the names of fruits and vegetables in Thai, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises designed to reinforce your learning.

Exercise 1: Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Thai words with their English meanings.

1. มะม่วง

2. ผักชี

3. ทุเรียน

4. คะน้า

5. มะละกอ

A. Papaya

B. Mango

C. Chinese Kale

D. Durian

E. Coriander

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the correct Thai fruit or vegetable name.

1. I love eating ______ (Mango) in the summer.

2. ______ (Coconut) is used in many Thai desserts.

3. ______ (Chili Pepper) adds spice to my food.

4. ______ (Pumpkin) is often used in soups.

5. My favorite fruit is ______ (Papaya).

Exercise 3: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences from English to Thai.

1. My favorite vegetable is lettuce.

2. I want to buy some grapes.

3. Do you like durian?

4. Where can I find papaya?

5. I enjoy eating carrots.

Exercise 4: Word Search[edit | edit source]

Create a word search puzzle using the following vocabulary words:

ส้ม (orange)

แอปเปิ้ล (apple)

กล้วย (banana)

มะพร้าว (coconut)

ผักชี (coriander)

Exercise 5: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Write a short dialogue between two friends discussing their favorite fruits and vegetables, using at least five words from the vocabulary lists.

Exercise 6: Listen and Write[edit | edit source]

Listen to a Thai speaker pronounce the following fruits and vegetables, then write them down in Thai.

1. Watermelon

2. Lychee

3. Chili Pepper

4. Cabbage

5. Ginger

Exercise 7: Picture Quiz[edit | edit source]

Show pictures of various fruits and vegetables and ask students to identify them in Thai.

Exercise 8: Fill in the Chart[edit | edit source]

Fill in the chart with the appropriate Thai names for the given fruits and vegetables.

| Fruit/Vegetable | Thai Name |

|-----------------|-----------|

| Banana | |

| Carrot | |

| Coconut | |

| Orange | |

| Spinach | |

Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]

Create a crossword puzzle using the vocabulary words from this lesson.

Exercise 10: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a partner and role play a scenario where one person is a vendor at a Thai market and the other is a customer looking to buy fruits and vegetables. Use the vocabulary learned in this lesson.

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Matching[edit | edit source]

1. B

2. E

3. D

4. C

5. A

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

1. มะม่วง (Mango)

2. มะพร้าว (Coconut)

3. พริก (Chili Pepper)

4. ฟักทอง (Pumpkin)

5. มะละกอ (Papaya)

Exercise 3: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

1. ผักกาดหอม (My favorite vegetable is lettuce.)

2. ฉันต้องการซื้อองุ่น (I want to buy some grapes.)

3. คุณชอบทุเรียนไหม (Do you like durian?)

4. ฉันหามะละกอได้ที่ไหน (Where can I find papaya?)

5. ฉันชอบกินแครอท (I enjoy eating carrots.)

Exercise 4: Word Search[edit | edit source]

(Students will create the word search on their own.)

Exercise 5: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

(Answers will vary. Encourage creativity and use of vocabulary.)

Exercise 6: Listen and Write[edit | edit source]

(Answers will depend on the audio provided.)

Exercise 7: Picture Quiz[edit | edit source]

(Answers will vary based on the pictures shown.)

Exercise 8: Fill in the Chart[edit | edit source]

| Fruit/Vegetable | Thai Name |

|-----------------|-----------|

| Banana | กล้วย |

| Carrot | แครอท |

| Coconut | มะพร้าว |

| Orange | ส้ม |

| Spinach | ผักโขม |

Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]

(Students will create the crossword puzzle on their own.)

Exercise 10: Role Play[edit | edit source]

(Answers will vary. Encourage students to be creative in their role play.)

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

Course Presentation

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

Videos[edit | edit source]

Thai Language - Learn Fruit Vocabulary in Thai + Pronunciation ...[edit | edit source]

Learn Thai Slang from fruit and vegetable names - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Thai fruits vocabulary, Thai English lesson - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+Welcome to this delightful lesson on Thai vocabulary, where we’ll be diving into the vibrant world of '''fruits''' and '''vegetables'''! In Thailand, food is more than just sustenance; it’s a celebration of flavors, colors, and cultures. Learning the names of various fruits and vegetables will not only enhance your vocabulary but also enrich your culinary experiences if you ever find yourself in the Land of Smiles.
+Fruits and vegetables play a crucial role in Thai cuisine, often used in salads, curries, and desserts. By mastering this vocabulary, you'll be able to confidently navigate markets, restaurants, and grocery stores, making your interactions more enjoyable and authentic.
+In this lesson, we will cover:
+* Common fruits and their Thai names
+* Common vegetables and their Thai names
+* Practical exercises to reinforce your learning
-<div class="pg_page_title">Thai Vocabulary → Colors → Fruit and Vegetables</div>
+So, get ready to explore the delicious world of Thai produce!
 __TOC__
-As a Thai language teacher with over 20 years of experience, I am excited to continue teaching you the basics of Thai! In this lesson, you will learn the names of common fruits and vegetables in Thai. This vocabulary will help you navigate markets and restaurants, and impress your Thai friends with your knowledge of the local cuisine.
+=== Common Fruits ===
+==== List of Fruits ====
-== Fruits ==
+Let's start with some of the most common fruits found in Thailand. Below is a table listing the Thai names, their pronunciations, and their English translations.
-Here are some common fruits in Thai:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| มะม่วง || má-mûang || Mango
+|-
+| สับปะรด || sàp-bpa-rót || Pineapple
+|-
+| กล้วย || glûay || Banana
+|-
+| ส้ม || sôm || Orange
+|-
+| แตงโม || taeng-mo || Watermelon
+|-
+| มะพร้าว || má-práo || Coconut
+|-
+| ลิ้นจี่ || lín-jî || Lychee
+|-
+| ทุเรียน || tú-rián || Durian
+|-
+| มะละกอ || má-lá-gor || Papaya
+|-
+| แอปเปิ้ล || aep-bpêrn || Apple
+|-
+| องุ่น || o-ngùn || Grape
+|-
+| เชอร์รี่ || chəə-rî || Cherry
+|-
+| มะเฟือง || má-fueng || Starfruit
+|-
+| ฝรั่ง || fà-ràng || Guava
+|-
+| มะขาม || má-khăam || Tamarind
+|-
+| สตรอว์เบอร์รี่ || sàtrɔ́w-bə́ər-rî || Strawberry
+|-
+| ลูกพลับ || lûuk-pláp || Persimmon
 |-
-| ส้ม (sôm) || [sôm] || orange
+| มะนาว || má-náo || Lime
 |-
-| เงาะ (ngǎo) || [ŋaw] || rambutan
+| ลางสาด || laang-sàat || Langsat
 |-
-| มะพร้าว (mápráao) || [má.práːw] || coconut
+| ขนุน || khà-nun || Jackfruit
 |-
-| มะม่วง (mámuang) || [má.mûaŋ] || mango
+| บ๊วย || bûay || Chinese Gooseberry
 |}
-* Fruits in Thai are often eaten ripe and raw. For example, the mangoes in Thailand are usually eaten while they're still green and hard, and dipped in sweet and spicy sauce.
+=== Common Vegetables ===
-* Thai fruits are also often used in desserts, like the famous mango sticky rice (kâo nêeôw mà-mûaŋ)!
+==== List of Vegetables ====
-== Vegetables ==
+Now, let’s move on to some essential vegetables that are staples in Thai cooking. Here’s the corresponding table:
-Here are some common vegetables in Thai:
 {| class="wikitable"
 ! Thai !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| ผักกาด || pàk-gàat || Lettuce
+|-
+| คะน้า || khà-ná || Chinese Kale
+|-
+| ผักชี || pàk-chī || Coriander
+|-
+| แครอท || khre-rót || Carrot
+|-
+| หอมแดง || hŏm-daaeng || Red Onion
+|-
+| กระเทียม || grà-thîam || Garlic
+|-
+| พริก || prík || Chili Pepper
+|-
+| ถั่ว || tùa || Bean
+|-
+| ฟักทอง || fák-thong || Pumpkin
+|-
+| มันฝรั่ง || mán-fà-ràng || Potato
+|-
+| ข้าวโพด || khâo-phôht || Corn
+|-
+| ผักกาดหอม || pàk-gàat-hŏm || Romaine Lettuce
+|-
+| บวบ || bùap || Bottle Gourd
+|-
+| กะหล่ำปลี || gà-làm-bplī || Cabbage
+|-
+| ขึ้นฉ่าย || khûen-châi || Celery
+|-
+| หน่อไม้ || nàw-mái || Bamboo Shoot
+|-
+| ผักโขม || pàk-khŏm || Spinach
 |-
-| ผักกาด (pàk-gàat) || [pàk.kàːt] || lettuce
+| มะระ || má-rá || Bitter Melon
 |-
-| คะน้า (ká-náa) || [ká.náː] || Chinese kale
+| ดอกกะหล่ำ || dòk-gà-làm || Cauliflower
 |-
-| แตงกวา (dtǎeng-gwaa) || [tɛ̂ŋ.kwǎː] || cucumber
+| ถั่วงอก || tùa-ngòk || Bean Sprouts
 |-
-| กะหล่ำปลี (gà-làm-bplii) || [kà.làm.bplii] || cabbage
+| ขิง || kĭng || Ginger
 |}
-* Vegetables in Thailand are often eaten stir-fried with meat, like pad krapow moo (spicy stir-fried basil with pork) or pad pak ruam (mixed vegetable stir-fry).
+== Exercises ==
+Now that you've familiarized yourself with the names of fruits and vegetables in Thai, it's time to practice! Below are some exercises designed to reinforce your learning.
+=== Exercise 1: Matching ===
+Match the Thai words with their English meanings.
+. มะม่วง
+. ผักชี
+. ทุเรียน
+. คะน้า
+. มะละกอ
+* A. Papaya
+* B. Mango
+* C. Chinese Kale
+* D. Durian
+* E. Coriander
+=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===
+Complete the sentences with the correct Thai fruit or vegetable name.
+. I love eating ______ (Mango) in the summer.
+. ______ (Coconut) is used in many Thai desserts.
+. ______ (Chili Pepper) adds spice to my food.
+. ______ (Pumpkin) is often used in soups.
+. My favorite fruit is ______ (Papaya).
+=== Exercise 3: Translation Practice ===
+Translate the following sentences from English to Thai.
+. My favorite vegetable is lettuce.
+. I want to buy some grapes.
+. Do you like durian?
+. Where can I find papaya?
+. I enjoy eating carrots.
+=== Exercise 4: Word Search ===
+Create a word search puzzle using the following vocabulary words:
+* ส้ม (orange)
+* แอปเปิ้ล (apple)
+* กล้วย (banana)
+* มะพร้าว (coconut)
+* ผักชี (coriander)
+=== Exercise 5: Create a Dialogue ===
+Write a short dialogue between two friends discussing their favorite fruits and vegetables, using at least five words from the vocabulary lists.
+=== Exercise 6: Listen and Write ===
+Listen to a Thai speaker pronounce the following fruits and vegetables, then write them down in Thai.
+. Watermelon
+. Lychee
+. Chili Pepper
+. Cabbage
+. Ginger
+=== Exercise 7: Picture Quiz ===
+Show pictures of various fruits and vegetables and ask students to identify them in Thai.
+=== Exercise 8: Fill in the Chart ===
+Fill in the chart with the appropriate Thai names for the given fruits and vegetables.
+| Fruit/Vegetable | Thai Name |
+|-----------------|-----------|
+| Banana          |           |
+| Carrot          |           |
+| Coconut         |           |
+| Orange          |           |
+| Spinach         |           |
+=== Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle ===
+Create a crossword puzzle using the vocabulary words from this lesson.
+=== Exercise 10: Role Play ===
+Pair up with a partner and role play a scenario where one person is a vendor at a Thai market and the other is a customer looking to buy fruits and vegetables. Use the vocabulary learned in this lesson.
+== Solutions ==
+=== Exercise 1: Matching ===
+. B
+. E
+. D
+. C
+. A
+=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===
+. มะม่วง (Mango)
+. มะพร้าว (Coconut)
+. พริก (Chili Pepper)
+. ฟักทอง (Pumpkin)
+. มะละกอ (Papaya)
+=== Exercise 3: Translation Practice ===
+. ผักกาดหอม (My favorite vegetable is lettuce.)
+. ฉันต้องการซื้อองุ่น (I want to buy some grapes.)
+. คุณชอบทุเรียนไหม (Do you like durian?)
+. ฉันหามะละกอได้ที่ไหน (Where can I find papaya?)
+. ฉันชอบกินแครอท (I enjoy eating carrots.)
+=== Exercise 4: Word Search ===
+(Students will create the word search on their own.)
+=== Exercise 5: Create a Dialogue ===
+(Answers will vary. Encourage creativity and use of vocabulary.)
+=== Exercise 6: Listen and Write ===
+(Answers will depend on the audio provided.)
+=== Exercise 7: Picture Quiz ===
+(Answers will vary based on the pictures shown.)
+=== Exercise 8: Fill in the Chart ===
+| Fruit/Vegetable | Thai Name |
+|-----------------|-----------|
+| Banana          | กล้วย      |
+| Carrot          | แครอท      |
+| Coconut         | มะพร้าว    |
+| Orange          | ส้ม        |
+| Spinach         | ผักโขม      |
-* Thai cuisine is known for its liberal use of fresh herbs and spices. You might find yourself eating vegetables you never knew existed, like the tangy slice of pickled bamboo shoot (nor mai) that tops your pad thai.
+=== Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle ===
-I hope you have enjoyed this lesson on Thai fruits and vegetables! Keep practicing and soon you'll be a master of the Thai kitchen.
+(Students will create the crossword puzzle on their own.)
+=== Exercise 10: Role Play ===
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+(Answers will vary. Encourage students to be creative in their role play.)
-==Sources==
-* [https://ling-app.com/th/thai-vegetable-names/ Thai Vegetable Names: #1 Easy List - Ling App]
-* [https://blogs.transparent.com/thai/thai-vegetable-vocaulary/ Thai Vegetables Vocabulary | Thai Language Blog]
-* [https://thailanguage-learning.com/en/fruits/ 【Thai words list】Fruits | Thai Note]
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+* [https://ling-app.com/th/thai-vegetable-names/ Thai Vegetable Names: #1 Easy List - Ling App]
+* [https://blogs.transparent.com/thai/thai-vegetable-vocaulary/ Thai Vegetables Vocabulary | Thai Language Blog]
+* [https://thailanguage-learning.com/en/fruits/ 【Thai words list】Fruits | Thai Note]
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Common Fruits[edit | edit source]

List of Fruits[edit | edit source]

Common Vegetables[edit | edit source]

List of Vegetables[edit | edit source]

Exercises[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Matching[edit | edit source]

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Exercise 3: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Exercise 4: Word Search[edit | edit source]

Exercise 5: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Exercise 6: Listen and Write[edit | edit source]

Exercise 7: Picture Quiz[edit | edit source]

Exercise 8: Fill in the Chart[edit | edit source]

Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]

Exercise 10: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Solutions[edit | edit source]

Exercise 1: Matching[edit | edit source]

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Exercise 3: Translation Practice[edit | edit source]

Exercise 4: Word Search[edit | edit source]

Exercise 5: Create a Dialogue[edit | edit source]

Exercise 6: Listen and Write[edit | edit source]

Exercise 7: Picture Quiz[edit | edit source]

Exercise 8: Fill in the Chart[edit | edit source]

Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]

Exercise 10: Role Play[edit | edit source]

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

Videos[edit | edit source]

Thai Language - Learn Fruit Vocabulary in Thai + Pronunciation ...[edit | edit source]

Learn Thai Slang from fruit and vegetable names - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Learn Thai fruits vocabulary, Thai English lesson - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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