ถูกกว่า
thuk kwa
The English phrase "cheaper" is translated into Thai as ถูกกว่า (thuk kwa).
ถูกกว่า is used to describe something that costs less money than another item.
What does it mean word for word?
The word consists of ถูก (thuk), meaning 'cheap' and กว่า (kwa), which is a comparative particle meaning 'more' or 'than'.
Which one should you use?
While ถูก (thuk) means 'cheap', you must include the particle กว่า (kwa) to express the comparative 'cheaper'.
How does it change in a sentence?
To change the comparative form ถูกกว่า into the superlative 'cheapest', replace กว่า with ที่สุด.
How do you pronounce it?
thuk kwa
What mistakes should you avoid?
When comparing two prices, avoid using only ถูก (thuk). You must add กว่า (kwa) to correctly express the comparative form.
Did you know?
- In Thai, the word for 'cheap' is also the word used for 'hit' or 'to strike' when written or spoken with a different tone. While the spelling in Romanization might look similar, the tonal distinction is vital to avoid asking for a 'hit' instead of a 'low' price.
- The word ถูก (thuk) has a double meaning: it can mean 'cheap' or it can mean 'correct'. Depending on the context, saying something is ถูก might mean it is the 'correct' price rather than a 'low' price.
- While ถูกกว่า (thuk kwa) is the literal translation for 'cheaper', Thai speakers often use the word ประหยัด (prayat), meaning 'economical', to sound more polite or sophisticated when discussing savings.
Examples in context
- ไปรถไฟถูกกว่าIt's cheaper to go by train.This sentence is useful for suggesting a cheaper method of travel using ถูกกว่า.Tatoeba #10670560 by Somsak, translation #2713232 by CK
- มันถูกกว่าที่ฉันคิดIt was cheaper than I thought.This sentence is useful for expressing that a price was lower than expected using ถูกกว่า.Tatoeba #8719798 by pastelite, translation #416553 by Scott
- คุณมีห้องที่ถูกกว่านี้ไหม?Do you have any cheaper rooms?This sentence is useful for asking if a cheaper option is available using ถูกกว่า.Tatoeba #8692059 by pastelite, translation #570238 by CK
- สินค้าราคาถูกกว่าThe product is cheaper.
- แพ็คเกจที่นี่ถูกกว่าเยอะThe package here is significantly cheaper.
- ร้านนี้ขายถุงเท้าคุ้มมากThis shop sells socks for a good price.
Example conversation
Sirin and Witthawat are shopping for a new backpack.
- สิรินทร์ Sirinกระเป๋าใบนี้ราคาเท่าไหร่คะ?krapao bai ni raka thao rai kha?How much is this backpack?
- วิทวัส Witthawatสองพันบาทครับsong phan bat khrapIt is two thousand baht.
- สิรินทร์ Sirinมีใบที่ถูกกว่านี้ไหมคะ?mi bai thi thuk kwa ni mai kha?Do you have one that is cheaper than this?
- วิทวัส Witthawatมีครับ รุ่นนี้ถูกกว่าครับmi khrap, run ni thuk kwa khrapYes, this model is cheaper.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
