Conversational Thai for Beginners: Speak with Confidence

From 24 £ /h

Thai is a beautiful, vibrant language, but its tonal nature can feel intimidating for beginners. Whether you are planning a trip to Thailand, moving abroad, or wanting to connect with Thai friends and family, you need a practical approach that gets you speaking immediately. I've designed this course as an interactive, step-by-step guide to mastering everyday Thai without getting bogged down by complex grammar.

You'll learn how to navigate the 5 distinct tones, master essential vocabulary for daily life (ordering food, shopping, and asking for directions), and build simple sentence structures to express yourself clearly. We will also cover key cultural etiquette so you can speak politely and naturally in any social situation.

Extra information

This course is built for absolute beginners. No prior knowledge of the Thai language is required.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Hello!

I'm Palirat, a passionate Thai language teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching Thai to children, teenagers, and adults. I hold a Master's degree in Language Teaching from the University of London and a Thai Teaching License. I'm based in Hua Hin, Thailand, and I’ve taught both in international schools and online classrooms.

My lessons are interactive, engaging, and tailored to each student's needs—whether you're a complete beginner, a young learner, or an expat wanting to improve everyday communication. I love using real-life topics, visuals, role-plays, and cultural stories to make learning fun and effective.

If you're looking for a supportive, patient, and experienced Thai tutor who can help you speak naturally and confidently, I’d love to help you on your Thai language journey!

Education

Master’s Degree in Language Teaching – University of London, Birkbeck

Bachelor’s Degree in English and Translation – Kasetsart University

Thai Teaching License (2019) and certified in Brain-Based Learning (BBL)

Experience / Qualifications

Strong background in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and cultural integration

Experienced with CEFR levels, online teaching tools (Zoom, Google Classroom), and interactive learning

Fluent in English (IELTS 6.5, TOEIC 910) – able to clearly explain Thai grammar and pronunciation to English speakers

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Thai

Skills

Thai

Vocabulary

Culture

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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