Tense comparison exercises in Thai grammar are crucial tools for learners to understand the language’s structure related to the chronological context of actions. Compared to English which uses various verb forms to indicate tenses, Thai does not change the verb form for different tenses but uses markers to indicate time. For instance, the word “Ja” is used to express future actions, while “Kee mao” is used to denote a past action happening yesterday.

Enhancing comprehension of tense usage through exercises enables the students to discourse fluently, write appropriately, and communicate effectively in different contexts. For instance, learners can practice filling in sentences with the correct tense markers, or converting sentences from English to Thai using the correct tense markers. This practice improves their understanding of the Thai tenses and helps them in distinguishing when to appropriately use each marker. Hence, tense comparison exercises help non-native speakers master the Thai language and enhance their proficiency level.