🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "I'm sorry" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ขอโทษ
"I'm sorry" in Thai · say it like kaw-toht

The most natural way to say "I'm sorry" in Thai is ขอโทษ. 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

ขอโทษนะ
a more casual way to apologize among friends
ขอโทษครับ/ค่ะ
formal version, with 'ครับ' for males and 'ค่ะ' for females

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to apologize for a mistake or inconvenience. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. It's polite to use it when you bump into someone or when you need to express regret.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
ขอโทษที่มาสายI'm sorry for being late.
ขอโทษนะที่ทำให้คุณรำคาญI'm sorry for bothering you.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the polite particles 'ครับ' or 'ค่ะ' in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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

When should I use 'ขอโทษ'?

Use 'ขอโทษ' whenever you want to apologize, whether for a small mistake or a larger issue.

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