How to say “Goodbye” in Thai
The most common way to say “goodbye” in Thai. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
ลาก่อน
In a sentence
English
Goodbye, thank you.
Thai
ลาก่อน, ขอบคุณ
Frequently asked
How do you say "Goodbye" in Thai?
"Goodbye" in Thai is "ลาก่อน". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "ลาก่อน" written in Thai?
Thai uses the Thai alphabet, an abugida. "ลาก่อน" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "ลาก่อน" in Thai?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "ลาก่อน" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "ลาก่อน" mean in English?
"ลาก่อน" is the Thai way of saying "Goodbye" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Goodbye" in Thai?
Many languages — including Thai — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "ลาก่อน" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Thai spoken?
Thai is spoken by an estimated 61 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Thai dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Thai dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "ลาก่อน" or any other Thai text.