Daily Thai Confidence

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the adjective ลุย (lūi), which means ‘to wade,’ ‘to ford,’ ‘to wad through,’ ‘to wade into,’ or ‘to go for it.’ It carried the idea of charge into something, to go ahead boldly, to push through difficulties, or to go for it and get things done.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the adjective สำคัญ (sǎm-khān), which means ‘is important,’ ‘is significant,’ ‘is essential,’ or ‘is crucial.’ It describes something that has value, priority, or influence. It can be used for information, people, events, rules, responsibilities, and decisions.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the noun เรื่อง (rêuang), which means ‘story,’ ‘matter,’ ‘issue,’ or ‘topic.’ Its meaning changes slightly depending on context, but the core idea is ‘a subject or thing being talked about.’

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the verb เอาแต่ (āo-dtàe), which means ‘to not care,’ ‘to not be interested,’ or ‘to ignore.’ It expresses a lack of attention, interest, or emotional involvement toward someone or something.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the adverb เอาแต่ (āo-dtàe), which means ‘to focus only on…,’ ‘to keep doing something,’ or ‘to do nothing but…’ It often carries a negative or critical tone, suggesting that someone is paying attention to only one thing while ignoring other responsibilities, people, or considerations.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the noun ครอบครัว (khrâwb-khrūa), which means ‘family.’ It refers to a group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or close household ties, such as parents, children, siblings, or relatives in the same household.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the verb phrase เป็นส่วนหนึ่ง (bpēn sùan hnèung), which means ‘to be part of,’ ‘to be a part of,’ or ‘to be one component of something larger.’ It is commonly used to show that someone or something belongs within a bigger group, system, experience, or whole.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the noun ความทรงจำ (khwāam-sōng-jām), which means ‘memory,’ ‘memories,’ or ‘recollection.’ It refers to things that a person remembers from the past, including experiences, events, people, places, and feelings.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the adjective ล้ำค่า (lám-khâa), which means ‘precious,’ ‘valuable,’ ‘priceless,’ or ‘of great value.” It is used to describe something that is extremely important, treasured, or difficult to replace.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the verb เพ่งเล็ง (phêng-lēng), which means ‘to watch closely,’ ‘to keep an eye on,’ ‘to scrutinise,’ or ‘to target’ someone or something for special attention. It often implies that someone is being carefully observed, monitored, suspected, or singled out, usually for a particular reason.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the verb ตามใจ (dtāam-jāi), which means ‘to indulge someone,’ ‘to let someone have their own way,’ or ‘to go along with someone’s wishes.’ It often describes a situation where one person does not refuse or restrict another person, but instead allows them to do what they want. It can be used in both positive (flexible, considerate) and negative (spoiling) ways depending on context.

In this Thai lesson, we learn how to use the verb หลงตัวเอง (hlǔng dtūa-āeng), which means ‘to be self-absorbed,’ ‘to be vain,’ ‘to be self-obsessed,’ or ‘narcissistic.’ It describes someone who believes they are very important, attractive, or superior, often without considering others.