🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "Happy New Year" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
สวัสดีปีใหม่
"Happy New Year" in Thai · say it like sà-wàt-dee bpee mài

The most natural way to say "Happy New Year" in Thai is สวัสดีปีใหม่. 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

สวัสดีปีใหม่ครับ/ค่ะ
Add 'ครับ' for males and 'ค่ะ' for females to be polite.
สุขสันต์วันปีใหม่
A more formal way to say Happy New Year.

When to use it

You can use this phrase to greet someone at the start of the new year. It is common among friends, family, and colleagues. It is a warm and friendly way to wish others well for the upcoming year.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
สวัสดีปีใหม่ครับHappy New Year!
Common mistake
Some learners forget to add polite particles like 'ครับ' or 'ค่ะ' when speaking to elders or in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When do I say 'Happy New Year'?

You say it at the beginning of the new year, typically during celebrations or gatherings.

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