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Learn Thai with BananaThai

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Learn Thai on the go with BananaThai podcasts by Kru Smuk where learning Thai is as easy as peeling a banana. www.bananathaischool.com

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BananaThai

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Latest episode

Jun 6, 2024

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Episodes

EP.30: Build a Thai sentence in past tense อดีตกาล 26.05.2021

This episode focused mainly in to help you with Thai sentence structure in the past time . You will learn how to talk in the past tense with a good sentence structure with various practical examples.  If you're interested in learning more about tenses in the Thai language, please take a look at my Intensive Thai course where you will learn 5 different tense forms with ease. https://learn.bana...

EP.29: Speak Thai formally and politely with an example scenario 13.05.2021

Many times, you have to be formal and polite, especially in a business or professional setting as well as when speaking with a stranger. This podcast will teach you a few steps to becoming more confident and professional. About BananaThai Visit www.bananathaischool.com or contact me at krusmuk@bananathaischool.com for further information regarding my Thai programs. 

EP.28: 10 common phrases with พอ (pohr) or 'enough' 22.04.2021

พอ (pohr) means 'enough or sufficient. It's one of the most commonly used words in Thai conversation. In this episode, you will learn how to use พอ properly with 10 colloquial phrases with examples. Got feedback? Write me at krusmuk@bananathaischool.com For more info about BananaThai and online courses, visit www.bananathaischool.com

EP.27: Songkran Story วันหยุดสงกรานต์ (upper intermediate) 12.04.2021

Let's practice Thai listening and learn about the famous Songkran tradition of Thailand. About BananaThai The most engaging and fun self-paced programs to learn Thai Website | Facebook | Instagram | Email

EP.26: How often do you ...? (Thai adverbs of frequency) 15.03.2021

Learn 10 Thai adverbs of frequency to answer the question 'บ่อยไหม' (how often?). Answer the 5 quick quizzes at the end of the podcast and pass it to me at krusmuk@bananathaischool.com or tag me on my social media 'BananaThaiSchool', I will get back to you with corrections.

EP.25: Speak Thai like a native with ก็ (gôr) 02.03.2021

Learn 10 ways to use ก็ - the most common particle used by native Thai speakers. In this episode, you will get an overview of how to use ก็ in a proper sentence and learn practical examples that you can just use right after this episode. ถ้าคุณชอบ episode นี้ ก็ อย่าลืมไลค์และแชร์นะคะ This content is part of the Intermediate Thai program . Join the Intermediate Thai learning communities with stude...

EP.24: Staying in ASQ experience in Thailand with Kru Chom 17.02.2021

In the special episode, I invited a Thai teacher (Kru Chom) to be my guest speaker. She was in Thailand's ASQ and she will share her experience and answer all questions related to quarantine in Thailand. Lots of useful Thai phrases are taught in this episode as well. Follow her on social media: Thai by Chom ( www.thaibychom.com ) And stay tuned for my coming podcasts on Learn Thai GluayGluay Podca...

EP.23: Romantic Funny Thai Jokes for coming Valentine's day 08.02.2021

Let's learn the 5 มุขเสี่ยว to first for your (potential) Valentine's. You will learn these 5 common phrases related to love: ใจตรงกัน รักข้างเดียว โลกสีชมพู ทอดสะพาน and ความรักบังตา. If you enjoy this episode and would like to support me by treating me a dish of Pad Thai, please feel free to contribute at www.paypal.me/bananathai  หวังว่าทุกคนจะชอบบทเรียนนี้นะคะ Much love, Kru Smuk www.bana...

EP.22: Learn to ask "How was your weekend?" and respond to it in Thai 02.02.2021

It's very common to ask your friends or colleagues about the weekend. It's a great way to start small talk and keep in touch with people. In this podcast, you will learn how to ask about the weekend and respond to it with ease. Clear explanations and various examples are provided.  Want to improve your Thai? Check out my online courses at https://learn.bananathaischool.com/

EP.21: Kru Smuk is back - Practice Thai listening from my holidays in Switzerland 26.01.2021

Yes, I am back on my Podcast Channel! Thank you for your emails to catch up with me when I was away. คิดถึงครูใช่ไหมล่ะ :) In this episode, I will tell you the story of my holidays abroad. You will be practicing your Thai listening from the story. The level will be intermediate level - not easy and not too difficult.  Please feel free to keep in touch with me by email at krumsmuk@bananathaisc...

EP.20: Let's Loy Krathong Sustainably ลอยกระทงอย่างยั่งยืน 30.10.2020

Let's learn Thai at the same time learn to participate in this Thai tradition mindfully with 5 tips to ลอยกระทง sustainably! 

EP.19: เทศกาลกินเจ Vegetarian Festival in Thailand 19.10.2020

The annual festival of eating vegetarian food and practicing Buddhist rules (aka เทศกาลกินเจ) in Thailand has just started. Let's talk about how it is and what rules and practices need to be followed in this episode.  Got feedback? Write to me at Krusmuk@banaanthaishcool.com

EP.18: Thai compound words with Poo ขี้ (kii) 06.10.2020

This episode is useful but at the same time, disgusting because I will be talking about "Poopoo". Expand your vocabulary with the word ขี้ (kîi) which literally means 'shit' and 'waste'. It can also be a prefix of adjectives for personality.  Got feedback or want to request any topics that you'd like me to talk about in the coming episode? Please feel free to contact me at krusmuk@bananathais...

EP.17: A story with "ให้ hai" and how to use this most frequently used word 28.09.2020

ให้ hai means to give but it can also mean to allow. Besides, it can be used with a couple of verbs as a preposition. Listen to this podcast and practice listening to a story full of ให้ hai. Feel free to drop me an email at krusmuk@bananathaischool.com to ask any questions, seek an assistant or share what you'd like to hear in the next episodes.

EP.16: 10 common Thai personalities you should know 21.09.2020

I will introduce you to 10 common Thai personalities (Good/Bad) to help you understand Thais better and know how to live together with us.   Share your ideas about Thai personalities you noticed on Apple Podcast.

EP.15: Guess the 15 compound words with ใจ (jai) 14.09.2020

Advance Level* ใจ (jai) means 'heart' in Thai and is the word that is part of many compound words. Let's guess the words and share your favorite one with me at krusmuk@bananathaischool.com.

EP.14: Five Thai phrases to catch up with your old friends 24.08.2020

It's been a while, Kru Smuk is back on BananaThai Podcast! Let's catch up with these 5 common phrases to talk to your old friends.  Share your ideas or feedback at krusmuk@bananathaischool.com.

EP.13: 5 words you should avoid saying to Thais 23.06.2020

Talking about physical appearance and personality can be challenging. There are a few words you should avoid saying to Thais. I will also suggest replacements that are more positive and pleasant to hear. How do you like this topic? Drop an email at Krusmuk@bananathaischool.com 

EP.11: Living in Thailand after retirement story (Advanced Level) 01.06.2020

Many of my students planned to move to Thailand or already moved to Thailand after retirement. So I would help you improve your Thai listening skill on the topic of เกษียนอายุ (gà-sǐan aa-yú) story of Susan. What about you? Are you planning to move to Thailand after retirement as well? 

EP.10: Speak Thai like a native with 5 common particle (Thai tips) 26.05.2020

To speak Thai naturally and sound like a native, you must learn Thai particles (mostly placed at the end of a sentence). Words with no meaning imply big expressive tones and emotions. To join a Zoom lesson this Friday on the topic of 5 Thai particles (part2) , please contact me at Krusmuk@bananathaischool.com

EP.9: Answer why you want to learn Thai with examples (Intermediate) 18.05.2020

The question for you today is ทำไมถึงอยากเรียนภาษาไทย 'tham-mai thueng yaak-rian paa-saa-Thai' (Why do you want to learn Thai?). Listen to different common reasons why people are learning Thai. Email me at Krusmuk@bananathaischool.com to share your reasons. I will get back to you with my personal assistance :) 

EP.8: Discover Isan Thai Food (Intermediate) 11.05.2020

You may know Tom Yam Kung and Phad Thai, but you might not be familiar with one of the most famous Thai cuisines for locals - Isan Cuisine from the Northeastern part of Thailand. Learn more Thai at www.bananathaischool.com

EP.7: Big Cleaning Day Story with Thai vocabulary about housework 03.05.2020

Listen to a story in Thai and test your listening with 5 questions from the story as well as expand your Thai vocabulary about งานบ้าน (ngaan-bâan) or housework. Learn more Thai at www.bananathaischool.com

EP.6: Order drinks and snack at a coffee café (Beginner) 27.04.2020

Those who love coffee must listen to this episode - learn essential vocabulary and phrases to order drinks and snacks in Thai from an example conversation. To learn more Thai, visit my website www.bananathaischool.com

EP.5: Thai listening test from a story of 'ผัดไทย Pad Thai' (intermediate-advanced) 20.04.2020

Listen to the story about Pad Thai and how it develops to be one of the most famous Thai dishes, as well as test your Thai by answering 5 questions from the story. See the full Thai transcript and a list of essential words from this episode on my blog post: www.bananathaischool.com/blog 

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