เชิญ choen
please, go ahead (inviting someone in or to sit) verb
- choen mid
- Mid: level, in your normal speaking voice.
Said with an open hand: come in, have a seat, after you, or please start eating.
Taught in Unit 1 · Lesson 1: Hello! of the free course.
Practise it freeOther spellings you'll see
There's no single official way to write Thai in English letters. We mark the tone of every syllable; online you'll also find:
- chern
- chuen
More everyday expressions in Thai
All everyday expressionsLearn this word in Unit 1, free
Unit 1 · Hello, Thailand · Hello! Short lessons with audio for every word, speaking practice and spaced review. No sign-up needed.
Written by the Learn Thai For Free team
Audio: AI voices, quality-checked for tones