🇰🇭 Khmer phrases

How to Say "Yes" in Khmer

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
បាទ
"Yes" in Khmer · say it like baht

The most natural way to say "Yes" in Khmer is បាទ. 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

ចាស
used in a more formal context or by women

When to use it

You can use this word to agree with someone or to confirm something. It is commonly used in conversations. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations.

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Examples in Khmer

KhmerEnglish
បាទ ខ្ញុំយល់ព្រម។Yes, I agree.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'បាទ' with 'ចាស' and use them interchangeably without considering formality.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'ចាស' instead of 'បាទ'?

'ចាស' is typically used in formal situations or by women, while 'បាទ' is more general.

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