🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "Father" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
พ่อ
"Father" in Thai · say it like paw

The most natural way to say "Father" in Thai is พ่อ. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

บิดา
more formal or literary term
พ่อของฉัน
means 'my father', used for clarity

When to use it

Use 'พ่อ' when referring to your father in a casual or familiar context. It is commonly used in everyday conversation. 'บิดา' is more formal and may be used in written contexts or formal speeches.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
พ่อของฉันทำอาหารอร่อยมากMy father cooks very delicious food.
พ่อไปทำงานแต่เช้าFather goes to work early.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'พ่อ' with 'แม่' (mother), so be sure to use the correct term.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear พ่อ, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Thai with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'พ่อ' and 'บิดา'?

'พ่อ' is informal and commonly used, while 'บิดา' is formal and used in specific contexts.

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