“Don’t complain about our English, If you can’t speak Thai” - sign at restaurant goes viral - again

[Yinn]

18 minutes ago, malibukid said:

was in a restaurant many times and Thai not know basics like word for "fork" in English.  i have to ask many times to please bring me a f$##%^ fork.

You know thai word “fork”? 

Or not? Not difficult. Basic.

[4MyEgo]

23 minutes ago, Coremouse said:

 One time a halfhearted 7-11 girl ignored me(the first in the row) and checked two locals first, while I'm holding in my hands a pack of ice and several chilled bottles. Extremely rude. 

Understand, I waited 3 hours at immigration the other day, they served locals first, if that's what they were, although they didn't have Thai passports, green and blue, so probably Korea and somewhere else, that said, I am never in a hurry, and remain calm and polite, if ever someone pee's me off, I just up and move on, not worth it upset myself for the actions of another.

 

You see the way I see it is, everyone is in a hurry, I once was, now retired and make a good living off of my investments, for doing nothing, as for the others, e.g. immigration officers they are bogged down in paperwork and knew I had to do a marriage extension which takes time, so why bogg themselves down when they can go faster with the others, that said there was 8 in one group and I saw some money go under the table, mai pen rai, like I said, not in a hurry, remain polite, smile and acknowledge, the ultimate choice is mine to up and walk, but I won't allow another to upset me, or upset myself because of their actions, duck and weave, smile, duck and weave as I did a lot of getting angry when I used to work and was stressed out, it's chill time now, que at tesco, I have a big trolley, ladies behind me, man as well, 2, 3, 4 items, I ask them to go first and they acknowledge with a slight smile and bow with everyone not sure at first....lol we have to be kind to each other, if we want to receive it, if I get one in 10 who respond the same to me, I am happy, but cannot change my ways as it makes me, me, happy, kind, polite, I don't expect it from others, but if offered, I will accept and acknowledge.  

[ravip]

20 minutes ago, DrTuner said:

They aren't much better. Some do employ Burmese and Cambodian waiters, that do speak a bit better English.

Do you expect perfect English from all the places you visit? Whats wrong with employing Burmese oand Cambodian waiters? Or even from Timbuktu?

Whats the perfect picture you are demanding for?

[ParkerN]

Just now, sambum said:

I was in a True Vision office one day a few years ago when an American was really having a go at a young girl behind the desk, shouting and swearing. An English lady grabbed him by the arm and said "Listen, it's not her fault that you don't speak Thai!" Bravo!

Too vulnerable to an easy put-down. Mind you, with an American, I too would be tempted.

[ParkerN]

3 minutes ago, monkfish said:

It works both ways.
Personally I have never complained about a Thai persons English before.
But many Thai's have complained about my Thai skills or lack thereof.

Message in there somewhere...

[ravip]

2 minutes ago, sambum said:

I was in a True Vision office one day a few years ago when an American was really having a go at a young girl behind the desk, shouting and swearing. An English lady grabbed him by the arm and said "Listen, it's not her fault that you don't speak Thai!" Bravo!

This is total lack of education.

(I cannot write the real word here)

[ParkerN]

1 minute ago, DrTuner said:

As all forums since the dawn of ages, this one has formed it's own cliques. It's often at the end of times, then the forum gets splintered and it's a long slide into oblivion, much like Thailand itself. The potty thing is one of those.

Many thanks. I am much the better for understanding. Odd what some people feel proud of though... it must be demeaning to be so hard up for something to brag about...

[Saint Nick]

22 minutes ago, Yinn said:

Correct

 

1) Chinese tourist more money (13 million)

2) My family get NO money from farang. But if want to give me some, PM, I will give you account number. Thankyou.

 

 

Please try to understand: YOU are NOT Thailand...

[Jaxxper]

All I can say is that the English on the sign is a lot better than some of the English I see on TV from native English speakers.....I rest ma case ya lud.

[Saint Nick]

13 minutes ago, Yinn said:

Yes, see people same you.

 

 

“Thailand” not change for you. Sure. 

Why not leave? 

Ah...finally!

The If you don't like, why don't you go home"- chestnut!

If the Thai (or the Thai'er-than-Thai) have no arguments left, it's all: go home! Otherwise...here is a teaspoon, start eating all the $*** we throw at you!

Classy!

[ravip]

The bottom line is...

In the 1960's it was the Russians and the Americans that were going to the moon. Today, the Chinese and the Indians are waltzing around it.

The brain boggles when you compare the tourists from these nations that come to Thailand! The citizens who aim for the moon, never waste time on forums like these abusing all and sundry for flimsy, unjustifiable reasons except for their own inferiority complexes.

Will this planet ever see peace?

 

[Yinn]

8 minutes ago, ParkerN said:

 

And 2) Learn how to speak English such that you don't seem quite so much like a muppet. That will require a bit more effort, but it will reward the semi-educated. btw, what does POTY mean? Pr*ck of the year or Poser of the year?

45% of TVF vote for say Yinn most helpful, wonderful and lovely poster of the year 2019.

i only post 6 months for 45%. If full year, will be 90%+ sure. I very popular, same real life, everybody want be friend Yinn.

 

Two year ago the winner only get 30%. Yinn 50% more lovely and popular. 

 

I help many people translate, find the real news, find the cheapest place to buy, good place to tour etc. Very helpful.

 

And promise to “drain the swamp” of the foreigner in thailand who complain and complain. Everybody boring them. Boring themself.

 

Good luck sir in your next country, thailand not for you. 

[ThomasThBKK]

  

51 minutes ago, Saint Nick said:

Ahm...so...if I am a tourist from Germany and do speak German, English and French...which are 2 +1 languages...how does that help me in this case?

lol show me those old germans that speak 3 languages fluently. they speak as broken english as the thais, so they won't complain, nor do they care. They just point at the menu.

 

 

55 minutes ago, Saint Nick said:

Well...I am from Germany, too and I bet you: if push came to shove, even in your Spa- village, a bunch of people would be able to help out with English!

You are aware, that we teach it in school, right?!

 

Sure, the pub restaurant will phone in an emergency english translator every time some british <deleted> is too entitled and too stupid to use google translate, nah you are just shown the door because the 60 yo pubowner doesn't let anyone herass their stuff.

 

You can also find an english speaker in every thai village, whats the point dude? You can also just use your goddamn phone and open google translate, you can even speak in there. DUH. 

 

[chickenslegs]

I doubt that the sign is genuine. Looks like a meme designed for amusement and clicks.

 

Plenty more like it on the internet ...

[nickmondo]

exactly the kind of ridiculous sign i would expect to see in this country.

How many tourists learn the language of the country they visit?

yes, if you live here, you should have some knowledge of the language.

but who wants to learn thai if you are not staying here a long time?

 

sometimes I wonder how some people get through the day unaided.

a country reliant on Tourism........yet hardly any Thais speak English

to make it worse, they cant even understand basic sign language.

you only have to look at the cops directing traffic and look at the directions they give.

Anyone know what they mean?

I certainly dont

[Lacessit]

24 minutes ago, Superphoenix said:

LMFAO! Are you serious?? Do you really think, staff of any service provider on a tourist "hot spot" like Thailand shouldn't be able to understand the needs of the tourists? 

You expect them to speak Chinese, Japanese and Korean as well as English?

[ravip]

3 hours ago, Jingthing said:

Another way to look at this.

We all know that businesses in general seek profits. 

But as customers I think most people are looking for businesses that are putting the customers first.

Not the hurt feelings of the staff. 

Certainly not insulting the customers.

In other words, treat the customers well and you get repeat business and make more money.

On the other hand I suppose a sign like that might be a hit with the self hating types that see Thais as some kind of romantic noble savages and westerners as crude animals. 

Do you feel 'hurt' by this notice?

Oh... you seems to be very sensitive (yourself)?

Ever paused to think of the 'other' persons feelings? If not, you should!!!!!

[Yinn]

3 minutes ago, Saint Nick said:

Ah...finally!

The If you don't like, why don't you go home"-

Yes. Sure.

why he want to stay and complain, and complain, and complain?

 

Annoying everybody. Annoying himself. 

Better for his life. Better for everybody life. 

[Saint Nick]

3 minutes ago, Yinn said:

45% of TVF vote for say Yinn most helpful, wonderful and lovely poster of the year 2019.

i only post 6 months for 45%. If full year, will be 90%+ sure. I very popular, same real life, everybody want be friend Yinn.

 

Two year ago the winner only get 30%. Yinn 50% more lovely and popular. 

 

I help many people translate, find the real news, find the cheapest place to buy, good place to tour etc. Very helpful.

 

And promise to “drain the swamp” of the foreigner in thailand who complain and complain. Everybody boring them. Boring themself.

 

Good luck sir in your next country, thailand not for you. 

Wow...just ...wow...!

I could say sooooo much in response to this post, but....it's just not worth the trouble!

 

[Jingthing]

48 minutes ago, Isaanbiker said:

Nope, that's not true. You show the typical reaction of an American who only speaks one language which is also mentioned in the text.

 

   I think that the Love you is honest and they do not hate you.

 

  And stating that they want you to bring money, shut up and go home is what you believe. I disagree with your post and think that they're right with so many people thinking that all Thais have to speak English.

 

Does everybody speak English if you go on a vacation in let's say Italy?

 

  Your post is just another Thai bashing one, nothing else. 

 

 

 

 

American bashing? 

Face it. 

That sign is very rude. 

Signing that that with love you can't credibly be taken as sincere. 

I think it's similar to the southern U.S. diss

 

 

bless your heart.

[Lacessit]

18 minutes ago, monkfish said:

It works both ways.
Personally I have never complained about a Thai persons English before.
But many Thai's have complained about my Thai skills or lack thereof.

Most Thais I meet seem pleased I have taken the time to learn their language. "Poot Thai geng" is what I usually get.

[SiSePuede419]

Is it OK though for fat, ugly Americans to complain about Thais not accepting US dollars for a bowl of noodles? ????

[ravip]

Just now, Lacessit said:

Most Thais I meet seem pleased I have taken the time to learn their language. "Poot Thai geng" is what I usually get.

I no unnersand.

[Yinn]

3 minutes ago, nickmondo said:

exactly the kind of ridiculous sign i would expect to see in this country.

How many tourists learn the language of the country they visit?

yes, if you live here, you should have some knowledge of the language.

but who wants to learn thai if you are not staying here a long time?

Maybe your English not so good.

it NOT say you must learn thai.

it say NOT complain. 

 

Glad and to help you sir.

 

3 minutes ago, nickmondo said:

 

sometimes I wonder how some people get through the day unaided.

a country reliant on Tourism........yet hardly any Thais speak English

to make it worse, they cant even understand basic sign language.

you only have to look at the cops directing traffic and look at the directions they give.

Anyone know what they mean?

Yes.

3 minutes ago, nickmondo said:

I certainly dont

You should learn. Safety first.

[VBF]

3 hours ago, BritManToo said:

They all get taught English for 11 years in school.

Maybe blame them for not learning.

 

Oddly enough, my son aged 8, has been learning English for 3 years in his Thai school, and they class his English ability as 'poor', even though he's a native English speaker and chats all day in English at home.

Makes you wonder!

I think it says a lot more about the so-called teachers than your son.

Perhaps they're jealous of his English ability? ????

 

Remember the old adage "Those that can, do - those that cannot, teach"

[ravip]

2 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

American bashing? 

Face it. 

That sign is very rude. 

Signing that that with love you can't credibly be taken as sincere. 

I think it's similar to the southern U.S. diss

 

 

bless your heart.

That sign is very rude. >>> Why?

Signing that that with love you can't credibly be taken as sincere. >>> Why?

I think it's similar to the southern U.S. diss >>> ???

bless your heart. >>> Will that unblock the arteries? A bypass be avoided? 

[DrTuner]

5 minutes ago, Yinn said:

Yes. Sure.

why he want to stay and complain, and complain, and complain?

 

Annoying everybody. Annoying himself. 

Better for his life. Better for everybody life. 

I agree. Leave and tell everybody who bothers to listen not to come. Better for everybody.

[monkfish]

5 minutes ago, Yinn said:

Yes. Sure.

why he want to stay and complain, and complain, and complain?

 

Annoying everybody. Annoying himself. 

Better for his life. Better for everybody life. 

Does that include Thai's who complain or just Farang who complain?

[Yinn]

56 minutes ago, Isaanbiker said:

Nope, that's not true. You show the typical reaction of an American who only speaks one language which is also mentioned in the text.

 

   I think that the Love you is honest and they do not hate you.

 

  And stating that they want you to bring money, shut up and go home is what you believe. I disagree with your post and think that they're right with so many people thinking that all Thais have to speak English.

 

Does everybody speak English if you go on a vacation in let's say Italy?

 

  Your post is just another Thai bashing one, nothing else. 

 

 

 

 

 

3 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

American bashing? 

Face it. 

That sign is very rude. 

Signing that that with love you can't credibly be taken as sincere. 

I think it's similar to the southern U.S. diss

 

 

bless your heart.

Jingthing.

you should listen to Issanbiker. He speak German, English, Thai, Lao, Khmer. 

He have experience. 

High knowledge guy, not drama queen.

 

 

[Odisan]

4 hours ago, ParkerN said:

Yes. well. English is the default uniquitous language of the world. Thai isn't. It must surely be the responsibility of Thais to speak English, not for Europeans or Americans (both of whom come here mainly for cheap beaches, cheap food or cheap sex) to learn how to order Somtam in Thai or to engage a waiter whose IQ is likely less than 90 in conversation (quantum mechanics anyone?).

 

Seems reasonable for foreigners to boycott jingoistic little restaurants like this one. It probably isn't very clean anyway and it seems they need a few lessons in how not to <deleted> their customers off.

"It must surely be the responsibility of Thais to speak English..." Oh, give over!

Sheez...  Why is it?

Then you write, "...to engage a waiter whose IQ is likely less than 90 in conversation..." Ah, right!

The thing is, you can say what you like, but you don't get to say whose responsibility it is. Anyone with an IQ of 90+ would know that.

Judge. Jury. Executioner.