It's also spoken by significant communities in other countries, including:
* Laos: Around 1 million people in Laos speak Thai as a first or second language, particularly in areas bordering Thailand.
* Cambodia: A smaller number of Cambodians speak Thai, mostly in border regions.
* Malaysia: There are Thai-speaking communities in Malaysia, primarily in the states of Perlis and Kedah, near the Thai border.
* Myanmar: A small number of Burmese people speak Thai, primarily in the border regions.
* Singapore: There is a small Thai-speaking community in Singapore, mostly consisting of migrant workers and their families.
* United States: There are sizable Thai communities in the US, particularly in cities like Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago. These communities speak Thai, though English is often the primary language for younger generations.
While Thai is mainly spoken in Thailand and its neighboring countries, it's also gaining a presence in other parts of the world due to globalization and cultural exchange.