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Practical articles on Thai, English, and Mandarin learning — written by our teachers and language experts in Bangkok.
At Duke Language School, we believe Thai should be taught for real use, not just textbook completion.
Read ArticleIf you are using a study period to explore whether Thailand is right for retirement, pay attention to more than tourist attractions. Test the real conditions of your…
Read ArticleYou can begin learning Thai before you arrive, and that is a good idea. But studying Thai in Thailand has a special advantage: every day becomes practice.
Read ArticleYou do not need full fluency to live well in Thailand. But you should aim for practical independence.
Read ArticleThai is different from English and many European languages, but it is not impossible to learn later in life. Older learners often bring patience, discipline, life experience, and…
Read ArticleMany foreigners can live in Thailand without speaking Thai, especially in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket, and other areas with large international communities. But “can survive” and “can…
Read ArticleAn ED visa and a retirement visa are designed for different purposes.
Read ArticleAn ED visa can be useful for some people who genuinely want to study Thai while spending an extended period in Thailand. But it should be presented accurately.
Read ArticleRetiring abroad is not just a financial decision. It is a lifestyle decision, a health decision, a social decision, and sometimes an identity decision.
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