🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "Goodbye" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ลาก่อน
"Goodbye" in Thai · say it like lah-gon

The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Thai is ลาก่อน. 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

เจอกันใหม่
used when you expect to meet again
บ๊ายบาย
a casual and playful way to say goodbye

When to use it

You can use 'ลาก่อน' when you are parting ways with someone. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when you do not expect to see the person for a while.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
ลาก่อนนะGoodbye
ลาก่อนเพื่อนGoodbye, friend
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'ลาก่อน' with 'สวัสดี' which means hello or goodbye depending on the context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ลาก่อน, 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

Can I use 'ลาก่อน' in any situation?

It's best used when you are leaving for a longer period; for short departures, 'เจอกัน' is more common.

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