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mâi kâo-jai

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ไม่เข้าใจ

#66 most commonphrase↘ falling tone

What does ไม่เข้าใจ mean?

Essential phrase meaning 'don't understand' used when you can't comprehend Thai speech, instructions, or situations. Thai speakers use this constantly in daily conversations. Often followed by polite particles ครับ/ค่ะ. Can also mean 'don't get it' for concepts or jokes. Universally understood and appreciated when foreigners use it honestly.

Example Phrases

pǒm mâi kâo-jai kráp

ผมไม่เข้าใจครับ

I don't understand.

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Beginner

kɔ̌ɔ-tôot mâi kâo-jai paa-sǎa tai

ขอโทษ ไม่เข้าใจภาษาไทย

Sorry, I don't understand Thai.

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Beginner

mâi kâo-jai tîi kun pûut

ไม่เข้าใจที่คุณพูด

I don't understand what you're saying.

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Beginner

kâo-jai rɯ̌ɯ mâi kâo-jai

เข้าใจหรือไม่เข้าใจ

Do you understand or not?

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Beginner

mâi kâo-jai kam níi kráp

ไม่เข้าใจคำนี้ครับ

I don't understand this word.

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Beginner

tâa mâi kâo-jai gɔ̂ɔ tǎam dâai ná kráp

ถ้าไม่เข้าใจก็ถามได้นะครับ

If you don't understand, please ask questions.

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Intermediate

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