Breakdown of ขอ สับ ไพ่ยิปซี อีก สาม ที ครับ
ครับ
polite particle (male)
สาม
three
ขอ
to ask for
อีก
again / more
Questions & Answers about ขอ สับ ไพ่ยิปซี อีก สาม ที ครับ
What is the difference between using ที and ครั้ง for 'times' in this sentence?
Both words count how many times an action happens. ที is more casual and is often used for quick, physical actions like shuffling cards, knocking, or kicking. ครั้ง is the standard, slightly more formal word you can use for almost any event.
Why is อีก placed before the number instead of after it like in the English phrase 'three more times'?
When you want 'more' of a specific amount in Thai, the pattern is always อีก + number + classifier. So you literally say 'more three times' (อีก สาม ที).
Doesn't the word สับ usually mean 'to chop'?
Yes, สับ usually means to chop or mince meat! However, it is also the standard verb for shuffling cards. If you think about the fast, rapid hand movements used when shuffling, it makes sense that the same word is used.
What does the word ไพ่ยิปซี literally mean?
ไพ่ means 'cards' (like regular playing cards). ยิปซี is just the English word 'Gypsy' borrowed into Thai. Tarot cards are popularly called 'Gypsy cards' in Thailand.
Why is there no word for 'I' at the start of this request?