Northeastern Thai · Lao-Isan
The Tai language of Thailand's Northeast region. Closer to Lao than to Central Thai; spoken by the largest non-Central-Thai population in the country.
Central Thai
Also known as: Standard Thai, Bangkok Thai
The Bangkok-area variety that forms the basis of the modern Thai standard. The reference variety in education, broadcasting, and most Thai instruction abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Central Thai?
Central Thai is a dialect of Thai.
Which region is Central Thai associated with?
Central Thai is part of the Southeast Asia region on DialectAtlas.
Is Central Thai known by other names?
Yes — Central Thai is also referred to as Standard Thai, Bangkok Thai.
What are the other dialects of Thai?
Thai also includes Isan, Lanna. Each variety has its own vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context.
Other Thai dialects
See on the atlas →Northern Thai · Kham Mueang
The Tai language of Thailand's Northern region around Chiang Mai. Carries its own historical script and a literary tradition tied to the former Lanna kingdom.