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
You can purchase the textbook from Abbey's Bookshop (131 York St, Sydney NSW 2000).
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. If you would like to inquire about the current price, please call Abbey's Bookshop on 02 9264 3111.
Certificate of attendance
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
- Class size: Maximum 10 students to ensure personalised attention.
- Course delivery: Fully online through interactive virtual classrooms.
- Certificate: A certificate of completion will be provided to students who successfully finish the course.
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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Sean said: Great course if you are looking to learn Thai so as to enhance a future trip to Thailand. You will be surprised by how much you will have learnt by the end of the 8 weeks. Piyapat is both knowledgeable and patient.
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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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Louise said: I was completely satisfied with my experience in Piyapat Prakhankul's class. He is a charismatic and engaging instructor who very successfully introduces his students to Thai language. Now that I am living in Thailand I feel that I have been given a solid foundation for my language skills and am thrilled to continue learning.
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Dianne said: Khun Piyapat is an enjoyable teacher. He displays a great sense of humour and delivers his course with candour. It’s not only a beginners language course but also an introduction to some of the idiosyncrasies of Thai culture. The course runs at a good pace and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to start with the the basics. Great course!
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Janna said: Krisana was an amazing teacher! She listened to our questions and really tried to tailor the lessons to what our reasons were for learning Thai. She even helped us learn words and phrases based on our own interests. I found the lessons engaging and she was very supportive (because learning a new language can be hard). The materials are good reference materials and she even simplified some for us when we were trying to figure it out. I found the homework good for review as well. Thank you Krisana! We are going to take a break in the next round (and keep practicing!) before we sign up for Level 2.
Course tutors
Krisana Kunataraphong
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