What you'll learn
Improve your work skills and broaden your cultural horizons by learning to speak Thai with our Thai language short courses online & in Sydney!
Learn basic communication skills by focusing on day-to-day conversational topics and build a good fundamental understanding of the Thai language.
Even though Thai is a tonal language, with the guidance of our professional tutor, you will learn to recognise five different pitches in pronunciation with ease.
This online learn Thai beginners course is highly practical and offers you plenty of listening and speaking practice.
Additionally, you will learn basic grammar and sentence structure which gives you a solid foundation of the language so that you can speak basic Thai with joy and confidence. You will take home Thai language skills that will last you a lifetime.
Feel like this beginners Thai course might be too simple for you? Check out our Thai Course: Beginners Level 2.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Thai beginners course, you would have enhanced your career prospects by:
- Identify and write the Thai script alphabet (the foundations for reading and writing Thai script)
- The tones and how to pronounce words in conversational standard Thai
- The fundamentals of basic Thai grammar
- The fundamentals of Thai etiquette.
- Difference between formal and familiar forms of the language
- Greet people, introduce yourself and talk about yourself and others
- Give your address and telephone number
- Ask for and give basic directions
- Express your likes, dislikes, and preferences
- Say the months, date, seasons, and weather
- Ask simple questions (such as who, what, where, etc) and make general requests, including quantities
- Use the numbering system, money and making payments
- Order food and drinks at bars and restaurants and understand Thai food culture
Course content
What will be covered in this Thai beginners course?
Topics
- Alphabet
- Tones and pronunciation
- Thai culture and etiquette
- Greet and introduce yourself and others
- Numbers
- Time, day, season, and weather
- Likes, dislikes, and preferences
- How to shop and order
- Ask and give directions
Grammar
- Formal and informal
- Guide to pronunciation
- Thai writing system
- Middle, high, low, and final consonants
- Ask and answer questions
- Basic sentence structure
Intended audience
Who is this Thai beginners course for?
This course is specifically designed for students looking to upskill and start their journey of learning Thai. It is tailored for beginners with no prior experience in learning the Thai language.
Course venue
Online via Zoom
- Zoom details will be emailed to you with your enrolment confirmation.
- Requirement: A device and stable internet connection.
Intended audience
What to bring to class
- Textbook (optional)
- Notebook and pen
Textbook
We recommend you purchase the textbook for your learning.
However, this is optional as your tutor will provide you with handouts and notes throughout the course.
The textbook that can be purchased for our Thai Course: Beginners Level 1 and Thai Course: Beginners Level 2 is:
Thai Language and Culture for Beginners 1
ISBN: 9789747512250
We recommend purchasing your textbook after your course has been confirmed (usually within three working days of the proposed start). The textbook is not included in the enrolment fee.
Certificate of completion
Achievement Recognition
Upon successfully completing the course with at least 80% attendance, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance. This certificate serves as a testament to your commitment and effort in mastering the Thai language. It can be a valuable addition to your resume, showcasing your dedication to personal and professional growth.
Additional information
- Course delivery: Fully online through interactive virtual classrooms.
- Certificate: A certificate of completion will be provided to students who successfully finish the course.
- Enrol in 2 Thai language courses and get automatically 15% off!
What's next?
What other Thai classes do we offer?
- Enrol now in two courses and save 10%. Use our promotion code "GROUP10" at the checkout. Please visit our discounts page for more information.
Course testimonials
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Stephen said: The tutor used a range of different materials effectively, which allowed for reinforcement of the thai language. I found the combination of audio, video and written material complimented each other and made for a more enjoyable learning experience. The zoom format worked better than I had expected. I think the main reason for this was the small class size and the efforts of the tutor. The small class size was a definite bonus of this course and allowed the tutor to assist and assess us individually as far as practical. I also appreciate the tutor sharing much of his teaching materials with the class.
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Simon said: This Thai course was so much fun! We had an awesome teacher who put so much effort into her lessons, in order for us to learn and have a good time as well. I enjoyed every single session and overall my knowledge of the Thai language has increased incredibly. Not only did our teacher teach us linguistic aspects of the language, but also explained cultural aspects that were very interesting. They always kept in mind questions we asked her during a session and then provided more information on this topic in the following session. I really hope that those who want to continue with the follow-up course can do it regardless of the amount of people registering. The participants were highly motivated!
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Paul said: The teacher is excellent. He makes it easy to understand and it’s fun. I would highly recommend this course. I learned a lot about the language and the Thai culture
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Mick said: Good size class created good interaction. Tutor very competent and personable, and created right mix of fun and learning. Well-designed course and well presented.
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Lynden said: Superb teacher, very skilled & pleasant, nothing too hard, but also didn't let mistakes go past, always corrected these in a kind & educational way. Very happy.
Course tutors
Warren Chaisatien
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