Signification
Expressing preference for an item.
Contexte culturel
When you say 'Chop an ni' at a market, it's often the start of a negotiation. Don't be afraid to follow it up with 'Lot dai mai?' (Can you discount?). Using 'Chop an ni' without 'khrap/kha' is fine with friends, but with elders, it can sound slightly demanding. Always add the particle to show respect. Fans often use 'Chop an ni' in comments on Instagram or TikTok when their favorite idol posts a specific photo or outfit. In a communal Thai meal, if you say 'Chop an ni' about a dish, people will likely push that dish closer to you. It's a sign of hospitality.
The Pointing Rule
In Thailand, it's polite to point with your whole hand or a slight nod of the head rather than just one finger, especially with elders.
Classifiers Matter
While 'An' works for most things, using the correct classifier (like 'Tua' for shirts) will make you sound much more advanced.
Signification
Expressing preference for an item.
The Pointing Rule
In Thailand, it's polite to point with your whole hand or a slight nod of the head rather than just one finger, especially with elders.
Classifiers Matter
While 'An' works for most things, using the correct classifier (like 'Tua' for shirts) will make you sound much more advanced.
Add 'Mak'
Always add 'Mak' (very) if you want to sound enthusiastic. Thais love enthusiasm!
Polite Particles
Never forget 'Khrap' or 'Kha'. It turns a simple statement into a polite interaction.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'I like this one' politely (as a male).
ชอบ___ครับ
'An ni' means 'this one'.
Which sentence means 'I like this one very much'?
Select the correct Thai translation.
'Mak' means 'very' or 'a lot'.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are at a market and want to buy a specific hat.
You use 'Chop an ni' to indicate your preference.
Complete the dialogue.
A: อันนี้สวยไหม? (Is this beautiful?) B: สวยครับ ______
It follows the context of liking the beautiful item.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesชอบ___ครับ
'An ni' means 'this one'.
Select the correct Thai translation.
'Mak' means 'very' or 'a lot'.
You are at a market and want to buy a specific hat.
You use 'Chop an ni' to indicate your preference.
A: อันนี้สวยไหม? (Is this beautiful?) B: สวยครับ ______
It follows the context of liking the beautiful item.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes! It's very common when pointing at food in a display or a menu.
Yes, in fact, it's more natural to drop it in casual conversation.
Use 'Chop khon ni' instead. 'An' is only for objects.
Add 'Mai' before 'Chop': 'Mai chop an ni'.
'Chop' means you like it; 'Ao' means you want to take/buy it.
Yes, if you are pointing at a movie poster or a selection on Netflix.
It's a classifier for small, generic objects. It's the most useful classifier for beginners.
No, it's a general word for 'like'. For 'love', use 'Rak'.
Stretch the 'Ni' sound slightly and add a polite particle at the end.
It's better to use 'Thuk chai' or 'Son chai' (interested in) in formal writing.
Expressions liées
เอาอันนี้
similarI'll take this one
ถูกใจอันนี้
synonymThis one is pleasing to my heart
ชอบอันนั้น
contrastI like that one
ไม่ชอบอันนี้
contrastI don't like this one
ชอบอันไหน?
specialized formWhich one do you like?
