Semper Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 (edited) What's the deal here? Are they really interested in where one is going? Or is it just a way to start a conversation or is it a way to say hello? Any ideas? Edited May 26, 2011 by Semper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iang Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 They're just being polite. A Thai equiv of saying "how are you" when you meet someone. You don't really wnat to know how they are, but ask out of politeness. The same when a Thai asks you if you've eaten 'gkin khao rouyang' or the like. Again, it just a polite thing to say. No big deal at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onionluke Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I often reply with " I am going shopping !" and then counter with a " How old are you , Do you have children , How much money do you earn in a year ?" . I put on a clipped BBC accent for these interactions . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semper Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 I often reply with " I am going shopping !" and then counter with a " How old are you , Do you have children , How much money do you earn in a year ?" . I put on a clipped BBC accent for these interactions . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonto21 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 It’s just an Ice breaker, that’s all. We English say; “allright”…………..to anyone….anytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DP25 Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 When someone says 'what's up', are they really interested in what is up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieovaseas Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I often reply with " I am going shopping !" and then counter with a " How old are you , Do you have children , How much money do you earn in a year ?" . I put on a clipped BBC accent for these interactions . Maybe he should be saying "going to bank to get loan" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onionluke Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 I often reply with " I am going shopping !" and then counter with a " How old are you , Do you have children , How much money do you earn in a year ?" . I put on a clipped BBC accent for these interactions . Maybe he should be saying "going to bank to get loan" How much are you offering mate ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyrobert Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Me go ATM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieovaseas Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 (edited) Sorry mate, i am no bank..or a walking ATM..although a few thai girls have mistaken me for one Edited May 26, 2011 by ozzieovaseas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrtoad Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Probably more in hope, that the OP is going somewhere far away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetlejuice Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 When someone says 'what's up', are they really interested in what is up? Then you reply: My wife has left me and taken the kids, last night my house burned down, the dog died, I lost my job, the banks have closed all my accounts and I’m bankrupt and the doctor has given me 6 months to live. By what type of response you receive from the what’s up or how are you enquirer will determine if they really care or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dressedingreen Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 Probably more in hope, that the OP is going somewhere far away. Cynic!! "Bai nai?" "Shhh! Bai mia noi." ......................... DIG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semper Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Probably more in hope, that the OP is going somewhere far away. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semper Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 (edited) Edit . Mistake. Sorry. Edited May 26, 2011 by Semper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilHarries Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 So, if we exclude the American posters. How many of you would give a tip for a normal purchase in Thailand? Random post was it or wrong thread? Possibly one of those senior moments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhuayyai Posted May 27, 2011 Share Posted May 27, 2011 Probably more in hope, that the OP is going somewhere far away. Any suggestions? Buffalo sick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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