How to say “Thank you” in Thai
The most common way to say “thank you” in Thai. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
ขอบคุณ
In a sentence
English
Thank you, please.
Thai
ขอบคุณ, กรุณา
Frequently asked
How do you say "Thank you" in Thai?
"Thank you" in Thai is "ขอบคุณ". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "ขอบคุณ" written in Thai?
Thai uses the Thai alphabet, an abugida. "ขอบคุณ" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "ขอบคุณ" in Thai?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "ขอบคุณ" 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 "ขอบคุณ" mean in English?
"ขอบคุณ" is the Thai way of saying "Thank you" 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 "Thank you" in Thai?
Many languages — including Thai — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "ขอบคุณ" 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 "ขอบคุณ" or any other Thai text.