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ยืม

#848 most commonverb→ mid tone

What does ยืม mean?

To borrow something temporarily with the intention of returning it. Thai speakers use this for borrowing money, books, phones, or any item. Often paired with polite particles ขอ (kɔ̌ɔ) meaning 'may I' to sound more courteous. Essential verb for daily interactions when you need something temporarily.

Example Phrases

kɔ̌ɔ yuum ngəən nɔ̀y

ขอยืมเงินหน่อย

May I borrow money?

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Beginner

kɔ̌ɔ yuum too-rá-sàp nɔ̀y

ขอยืมโทรศัพท์หน่อย

Can I borrow your phone?

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Beginner

pǒm yàak yuum nang-sɯ̌ɯ

ผมอยากยืมหนังสือ

I want to borrow a book.

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Beginner

kɔ̌ɔ yuum bpàak-gaa nɔ̀y kráp

ขอยืมปากกาหน่อยครับ

Can I borrow your pen?

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Beginner

pǒm yuum jàak pɯ̂an

ผมยืมจากเพื่อน

I borrowed this from a friend.

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Beginner

kɔ̌ɔ yuum rót prûng-níi dâai mái kráp

ขอยืมรถพรุ่งนี้ได้ไหมครับ

May I borrow your car for tomorrow?

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Intermediate

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