Formal:
* ฉันต้องการ (chan dtaung garn): This is the most formal way to say "I want". It is often used in professional settings or when speaking to someone older or of higher status.
Informal:
* ฉันอยาก (chan yak): This is a more casual way to say "I want". It is used in everyday conversations with friends and family.
* อยาก (yak): This is the most informal way to say "I want". It can be used with close friends or family.
Example Sentences:
* ฉันต้องการกินข้าว (chan dtaung garn gin khao): I want to eat rice.
* ฉันอยากไปเที่ยวทะเล (chan yak pai thiao talay): I want to go to the beach.
* อยากกินไอศกรีม (yak gin ai-tim): I want to eat ice cream.
Remember that the appropriate way to say "I want" in Thai will depend on the situation and who you are speaking to.