Saying Bpaw Bplaa (ป)

Another consonant which is not found in the English language is ป (which I'll write as bp). This letter actually sounds like a combination of two seperate English consonants, b and p. It is subtly different though and first time learners will have to get the pronunciation correct in order to properly speak Thai in an understandable manner. Follow the mouth techniques below and you should be able to say each consonant (b, bp and p) in the right way.

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: