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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

List of 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.

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

List of Vegetables

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

1. Watermelon

2. Lychee

3. Chili Pepper

4. Cabbage

5. 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

1. B

2. E

3. D

4. C

5. A

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

1. มะม่วง (Mango)

2. มะพร้าว (Coconut)

3. พริก (Chili Pepper)

4. ฟักทอง (Pumpkin)

5. มะละกอ (Papaya)

Exercise 3: Translation Practice

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

(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 |

Exercise 9: Crossword Puzzle

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

Exercise 10: Role Play

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

Table of Contents - Thai Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Basic Greetings & Introductions

• Saying Hello
• Asking for Name and Nationality
• Introducing Family Members

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Basic Sentence Structure

• Subject and Verb
• Negative Sentences
• Questions
• Adjectives

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Numbers and Counting

• Numbers 1-10
• Numbers 11-100
• Ordinal Numbers
• Telephone Numbers

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Present Tense Verbs

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs
• Verb 'To Be'

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Thai Culture and Customs

• Thai Greetings
• Thai Food and Dining Etiquette
• Thai Festivals

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Daily Activities

• Daily Routine
• Time Expressions
• Days of the Week and Months

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Adverbs

• Adverbs of Time
• Adverbs of Frequency
• Adverbs of Manner
• Comparative and Superlative Adverbs

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Colors

• Basic Colors
• Describing Colors
• Fruit and Vegetables

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Pronouns

• Subject Pronouns
• Object Pronouns
• Possessive Pronouns

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Thai Geography and Places

• Thai Provinces and Capitals
• Tourist Attractions in Thailand

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Animals

• Common Animals
• Pet Animals
• Wild Animals

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Prepositions

• Basic Prepositions
• Prepositions of Movement

Sources

• Thai Vegetable Names: #1 Easy List - Ling App
• Thai Vegetables Vocabulary | Thai Language Blog
• 【Thai words list】Fruits | Thai Note

Other Lessons

• Time
• Geography
• Numbers
• Colors (สี sĕe)
• Count from 1 to 10
• Days of the Week
• Daily Routine
• Sports
• Ordinal Numbers
• Body

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