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Thai · 24 September 2026 · Aspect Particles and Time Markers

กำลัง

in the process of / -ing

particle

Placed directly before a verb to mark the progressive aspect, showing that an action is currently in progress. It is often paired with 'อยู่' at the end of the clause to reinforce the continuous nature of the action.

In a sentence

อย่าเพิ่งโทรมานะ ตอนนี้ฉันกำลังขับรถเข้ากรุงเทพฯ

Don't call me just yet; I'm currently driving into Bangkok.