What is  ิ?

 ิ is a Thai letter, specifically a vowel. Here is a list of all Thai vowels.

Letter Name

Use this name when spelling:

Sound:

short [i]

Writing

Thais add อ to write stand-alone vowels:
อิ
Info: อ is the "silent consonant", it has no sound. It is used when writing vowels as a placeholder for other consonants.
อิ can (but doesn't have to) be followed by a closing consonant.
Sample words:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is อิ or  ิ correct?

Both อิ and  ิ are correct. อ is the "silent consonant", it has no sound. It is used when teaching vowels as a placeholder for other consonants.
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