If you think you are going to move to Thailand and speak English with everyone you meet, well, that would be incorrect.
In 2023, Thailand ranked 101st out of 113 countries for English literacy.
Thailand’s English literacy is ranked as very low.
Younger people seem to have a moderate understanding, while many people over age 40 have zero understanding.
Despite schools attempts to hire foreigners to teach English, Thailand has never been able to expand their English literacy past the very low rank.
The same methods are used all over rural Thailand, which is limited and does not appear to work at all.
Large Universities see to have the highest concentration of English competency.
Students from wealthy families that have studies abroad have the highest level.
So, do not be too shocked if you signs like this!