Thai · Greetings & Phrases
ใช่
chai
Yes
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
An affirmative answer confirming something is true.
Example
คุณเป็นนักเรียนใช่ไหม — ใช่
You are a student, right? — Yes.
Etymology
'ใช่' (chai) is an affirmative response that has its roots in the Thai language as a transcription of affirming acknowledgment. It is used to indicate assent.
How & Where It’s Used
'ใช่' is informal and is predominantly spoken. It is applicable in everyday conversation across all regions of Thailand.