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ไป

#11 most commonverb mid tone

What does ไป mean?

The essential Thai verb meaning 'to go' used in countless daily situations. Thai speakers use ไป for physical movement, future plans, and even abstract concepts like 'going well.' Often combined with other verbs to show direction or completion. Can be softened with particles like นะ (ná) when making suggestions or invitations.

Example Phrases

pǒm pai bâan

ผมไปบ้าน

I'm going home.

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Beginner

pai gin kâao gan

ไปกินข้าวกัน

Let's go eat.

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Beginner

kun pai nǎi

คุณไปไหน

Where are you going?

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Beginner

yàak pai dtà-làat

อยากไปตลาด

I want to go to the market.

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Beginner

pai gàp pǒm dâai mái

ไปกับผมได้ไหม

Can you go with me?

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Beginner

prûng-níi pǒm jà pai tam-ngaan dooi rót-fai-fáa

พรุ่งนี้ผมจะไปทำงานโดยรถไฟฟ้า

Tomorrow I will go to work by BTS.

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Intermediate

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