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Dive into the Revised Kikutan Thai Language Books

On June 11, the publishing company Ark released two exciting new books: the Revised Kikutan Thai Language (Beginner Edition) and Revised Kikutan Thai Language (Elementary Edition). These books are designed for those looking to learn Thai, whether for travel, business, or long stays in the beautiful country of Thailand.

The recent surge in the popularity of Thai dramas has sparked an increased interest in Thai culture and language, making these guides essential tools for newcomers. The two volumes cater to different proficiency levels, making it easy for learners to choose the right starting point for their language journey.

Four Key Features of the Kikutan Thai Language Books

1. Maximize Your Learning with Sight and Sound
These books utilize fun chant audio, allowing learners to enjoy the rhythm of Thai while mastering the language. Whether or not you have learned the Thai script, the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) ensures that students can pronounce words accurately from the start.

2. Thoroughly Understand Pronunciation
Thai language features unique pronunciation nuances and tones. Each word in the books has accompanying explanations and visual images related to tones, giving learners clear guidance on correct pronunciation. Careful practice and attention to how sounds are formed will significantly improve speaking skills.

3. Learn Through Practical Examples
After mastering key vocabulary, learners can explore various example sentences that help in contextualizing words in conversation. Audio is provided for each example, allowing learners to practice until they can effortlessly produce Thai phrases upon hearing corresponding Japanese sentences.

4. Comprehensive Vocabulary Selections with Additional Materials
The Beginner Edition contains 528 (plus extras) essential vocabulary words and phrases, while the Elementary Edition expands this to 616 (plus extras). Carefully selected terms and expressions cover everyday conversations needed while living or visiting Thailand. The books also include supplemental materials to maximize learning opportunities in different contexts.

These updated editions are revised from the original Kikutan Thai Language (Beginner Edition) published in November 2014 and the Kikutan Thai Language (Elementary Edition) from November 2018, featuring updated headwords, example sentences, and downloadable audio resources.

Book Details

• - Titles: Revised Kikutan Thai Language (Beginner Edition), Revised Kikutan Thai Language (Elementary Edition)
• - Price: Each priced at ¥2,200 (tax included)
• - Sizes: Both books are in B6 format, with 168 pages for the Beginner Edition and 184 pages for the Elementary Edition.
• - Included Extras: Audio downloads for each edition, totaling approximately 2 hours for the Beginner and around 3 hours for the Elementary Edition.
• - ISBN Codes: Beginner – 978-4-7574-4295-5, Elementary – 978-4-7574-4296-2.
• - Published by: Ark Publishing Editing Department
• - Available online: Beginner Edition | Elementary Edition

Both books serve as comprehensive resources to make learning Thai engaging and efficient, helping readers communicate confidently during their time in Thailand.