How to Say "Very" in Thai: The Word "Mâak" (มาก)

The Thai word for "very" is มาก, pronounced mâak (falling tone). It is one of the most common intensifiers in the language and is placed after the adjective or verb it modifies.

Usage Examples

• เขาสวยมาก (khăo sŭay mâak) – "She/He is very beautiful/handsome."
• เขาพูดไวมาก (khăo phûut wai mâak) – "She/He speaks very fast."
• อร่อยมาก (a-rɔ̀ɔi mâak) – "Very delicious."
• น่ารักมาก (nâa-rák mâak) – "Very cute."

Notes

• Unlike English ("very good"), Thai places the intensifier after the adjective: good very → dii mâak.
• For "extremely," you can repeat it: mâak mâak (very very).
• In formal writing, มากที่สุด (mâak thîi sùt) means "the most."

Mastering mâak instantly boosts your ability to express degree and emotion in everyday Thai conversation.