Chapter in 30 Seconds
Master the art of pointing things out in Thai with three simple demonstrative pronouns.
- Identify objects near you using 'nee'.
- Point to things at a distance using 'nan' and 'noon'.
- Combine pronouns with nouns to create clear sentences.
你将学到什么
Using 'nee', 'nan', 'noon' for proximity.
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如何使用 'Nee' (นี่) 表示 '这个'Use 'nee' to point out things right in front of you, just like saying 'this' in English.
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泰语中“那个” (nan) 的用法Use
nanto point to objects or ideas that are not in your immediate grasp but are still clear in the conversation. -
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noonto identify objects that are further away from both you and the listener. -
泰语指示代词：这个、那个、那个远处的 (nii, nan, noon)Thai demonstratives follow the noun and change based on how far away the object is.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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By the end you will be able to: correctly identify objects based on their proximity to the speaker.
关键例句 (8)
技巧与窍门 (4)
Context is King
nee to be 100% clear.Context is King
nan is your safest bet!Use your eyes
The Finger Point
核心词汇 (5)
Real-World Preview
At the Market
Review Summary
- นี่ (Nee) + คือ (kue) + Noun
- นั่น (Nan) + คือ (kue) + Noun
- โน่น (Noon) + คือ (kue) + Noun
常见错误
You used 'noon' for something close. Always use 'nee' for items in your hand.
If the object is far away, 'nee' is incorrect. Switch to 'noon'.
In formal or clear speech, you need the verb 'kue' to connect the subject to the noun.
本章规则 (4)
Next Steps
You have mastered demonstratives! Keep practicing by labeling your surroundings in Thai.
Point at items in your house and say their names using 'nee', 'nan', or 'noon'.
快速练习 (9)
Select the correct way to introduce a friend.
nee.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 如何使用 'Nee' (นี่) 表示 '这个'
Choose the correct way to say 'that car (over there)':
noon is used for things far away, and it must follow the noun.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 泰语指示代词：这个、那个、那个远处的 (nii, nan, noon)
Choose the sentence that refers to something at a medium distance.
nan is the correct term for medium distance.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 泰语中“那个” (nan) 的用法
Find and fix the mistake:
nii khao suay (This rice is pretty)
nii must follow the noun khao.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 泰语指示代词：这个、那个、那个远处的 (nii, nan, noon)
I want to buy ___ (this) pen.
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 泰语指示代词：这个、那个、那个远处的 (nii, nan, noon)
____ khue a-rai? (What is this?)
Nee is the correct word for 'this' when referring to something close by.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 如何使用 'Nee' (นี่) 表示 '这个'
I want ___ (that one over there).
frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: ...
Find and fix the mistake:
ฉันเอา ni (pointing to a far sign).
nan or nun, but nan is standard for 'that'.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 泰语中“那个” (nan) 的用法
I want ___ (that) apple.
nan.frontend.learn_grammar.from_rule: 泰语中“那个” (nan) 的用法
Score: /9
常见问题 (6)
wan-nee for today. nee is purely for physical location.nee works for one or many items.nan.nii is center stage with you, nan is in the audience, and noon is way at the back of the theater.
