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ไก่

#122 most commonnoun low tone

What does ไก่ mean?

The general word for chicken, used for both the live animal and the meat. Essential for ordering food at restaurants, shopping at markets, or discussing meals. Thai speakers use this in countless food contexts - from street food stalls to fancy restaurants. Always specify cooking style when ordering, as plain ไก่ might confuse vendors.

Example Phrases

pǒm yàak dâai kâao man gài

ผมอยากได้ข้าวมันไก่

I want chicken rice.

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Beginner

gài tâo-rài

ไก่เท่าไหร่

How much is the chicken?

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Beginner

gài yâang à-rɔ̀y

ไก่ย่างอร่อย

Grilled chicken is delicious.

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Beginner

pǒm mâi gin gài

ผมไม่กินไก่

I don't eat chicken.

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Beginner

kɔ̌ɔ láap gài nɔ̀y

ขอลาบไก่หน่อย

Spicy chicken salad, please.

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Beginner

gaeng gài wan níi pèt mâak

แกงไก่วันนี้เผ็ดมาก

This chicken curry is very spicy today.

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Intermediate

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