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How do you say good bye in Thai?

There are a few ways to say goodbye in Thai, depending on the formality and context:

Formal:

* ลาก่อน (laa-gawn) - This is the most formal way to say goodbye and is used in situations where you are speaking to someone older, of higher status, or someone you don't know well.

* สวัสดี (sa-wat-dee) - Although it literally means "hello," it's also commonly used as a polite goodbye.

Informal:

* บ๊ายบาย (baii-bai) - This is the most common and informal way to say goodbye, similar to "bye-bye" in English. It's used among friends and family.

* เจอกันใหม่ (jəə-gan-mài) - This means "See you again" and is a common way to say goodbye, especially when you expect to see the person again soon.

* ไปแล้ว (bpai-lɛ́əw) - This literally means "I'm going now" and is a casual way to say goodbye.

Other useful expressions:

* ขอบคุณ (kɔɔp-khun) - Thank you.

* ขอให้โชคดี (kɔɔ-hâi-chôk-dee) - Good luck.

It's important to note that Thai people often use gestures along with their words when saying goodbye. A common gesture is a small wave of the hand or a slight nod of the head.

Remember, the most important thing is to be polite and respectful when saying goodbye in Thai.

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