Thai Keyboard Online
Type in Thai Online using the virtual keyboard below and then copy it to your clipboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Thai alphabet have vowels and consonants?
Yes, the Thai script has 44 consonant letters and at least 15 basic vowel symbols that can combine into many more forms. Vowels can appear above, below, before, or after a consonant.
What are the tone marks?
Thai is a tonal language, and pronunciation is crucial. The tone marks ( ่, ้, ๊, ๋) are placed above a consonant to indicate the tone of the syllable. You can find these on our virtual keyboard.
Why are some letters high, mid, or low class?
Thai consonants are divided into three classes (high, mid, and low). This, along with the tone marks and vowel length, determines the tone of a syllable. It's a key part of the writing system.
Can I use phonetic typing for Thai?
Yes! Our phonetic mode allows you to type Thai words using a system similar to the Royal Thai General System of Transcription (RTGS). For example, typing 'sawasdee' will produce 'สวัสดี'.
Are there spaces between words in Thai?
Traditionally, Thai is written without spaces between words. Spaces are used to indicate the end of a sentence or a major clause, similar to a period in English.
How do I type a vowel that goes before a consonant, like in 'เ'?
Even though they are pronounced after the consonant, some vowel forms like 'เ' (e), 'แ' (ae), 'โ' (o), and 'ใ'/'ไ' (ai) are written before the initial consonant of the syllable.
What are the Thai numerals?
Thai has its own set of numerals (๐, ๑, ๒, ๓...). While Arabic numerals (0, 1, 2, 3...) are also commonly used, you can find the traditional Thai numerals on our virtual keyboard.
Is this the same script used for Lao?
No, while the Thai and Lao languages are very similar, they use different writing scripts. The Lao script has its own unique characters.
What is the 'ๆ' character?
This is a repetition mark called 'mai yamok'. It indicates that the preceding word or phrase should be repeated. For example, 'เด็กๆ' (dek dek) means 'children'.
Why do some consonants have the same sound?
The Thai alphabet has multiple consonants for the same sound (like 'th' or 's'). These often originate from different letters in the source languages of Sanskrit and Pali and follow specific spelling rules.
Can I use this tool to learn to read Thai?
It can be a helpful tool for associating sounds with characters, especially when using the phonetic mode. However, for a complete learning experience, you should use it with structured lessons and audio resources.
What is the silent 'h' (ห)?
The letter 'ห' (ho hip) is often used as a silent 'tone leader'. When it precedes a low-class consonant, it changes the tone rules of the syllable to follow those of a high-class consonant.
Do I need to install any special fonts?
Most modern operating systems (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android) come with fonts that can correctly display the Thai script and its complex vowel placement.
How can I copy the text I have typed?
Simply click the 'Copy Text' button. Your Thai text will be copied to your clipboard, ready to be pasted into any other application.
Is the keyboard layout the same as the standard Thai Kedmanee layout?
Our virtual keyboard layout is simplified for easy clicking. The standard physical keyboard layout in Thailand is called the Kedmanee layout, which is different from this arrangement.