Is English language spoken in Thailand?

Is English language spoken in Thailand?

English is the most common second language, and many Thais have studied some level of English either at school or through practice with foreign friends.

Can you live in Thailand only speaking English?

Most of Thai people cannot speak English. Any foreigners who can speak even easy Thai, they will please the locals. Originally Answered: For those who are based in Thai, is it convenient for everyday live without speaking Thai? By a large, It is very simple to answer you by a common sense of a Thai like me, YES.

How do you say do you speak Thai?

Do you speak Thai? Thai Translation: คุณพูดภาษาไทยได้ไหม?

How common is English in Thailand?

The official stats put the English speaking percentage of the Thai population at around 27% or just over a quarter. Expats who actually live there put this figure a little lower in their own personal experience – the figure of around 10-15% of the population comes out quite often – see here for example.

Why can’t Thai speak English?

The main reason why Thais don’t want to speak English is that they are shy about their accent. Interestingly many Thais would like to have an American or English accent. On the other hand, for many Thais and especially in Bangkok, the ability to speak the English language is a sign of higher social class.

Why is English so poor in Thailand?

Due to the low salaries most Thai schools pay, few fully qualified native English teachers teach in Thailand. Thai students learning English are the ones who suffer, as most are being taught by native English speakers who are not qualified to teach English.

Can I live in Thailand without knowing Thai?

Do you need to speak Thai to live in Thailand? Well, if you’re coming to live in any one of the tourist hubs (ie. Chiang Mai, Bangkok and the islands), the short answer is no. However, if you’re planning to stay in Thailand over the long-term, then learning the local language will obviously enrich your experience.