Khop Khun
Reviewed by the Samui Local Hub team ·
Pronunciation
kop-koon
Thai script
ขอบคุณ
Meaning
Thank you. Polite form: 'Khop khun krap' (male speaker) / 'Khop khun ka' (female speaker).
When to use it
Constantly - paying, receiving change, after meals, for any help.
Summary
Khop khun is 'thank you' - the single most appreciated Thai phrase a visitor can use.
Details
Khop khun is 'thank you' - the single most appreciated Thai phrase a visitor can use.
Local tips
- The most useful courtesy word; always add krap/ka
Frequently asked questions
How do you say thank you in Thai?
'Khop khun' (ขอบคุณ) - say 'khop khun krap' (men) or 'khop khun ka' (women) to be polite.
Sources
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