Saying Dtaw Dtao (ต) and Dtaw Bpa-dtak (ฏ)

The sound created by the Thai consonants ต and ฏ (which I write as 'dt') isn't found in the English language. When spoken, it sounds a combination of 'd' and 't', making it difficult for first-time learners to say. The trick is to place the tongue in the right place and breathe in the proper manner. To point out the difference, here I will go over how to say 't', 'dt', and 'd' in a Thai accent. By following these rules, you should be able to say each of these consonants in a discernible manner.

Saying Ngaw Nguu (ง)

While the 'ng' sound is found in English, it is always said at the end of words such as running, sang and bring. This causes difficulties for some Thai learners, as numerous Thai words also begin with this consonant. Some common words beginning with 'ng' are found below:

Thai to English Transliteration

Before jotting down any knowledge here, it will be helpful to write down my system for converting Thai letters into English. This will cover all vowels and consonants in a consistent manner for beginners interested in learning the language. It is recommended that you memorise the Thai alphabet too, since this will help your studies and make your life in Thailand a lot easier.