Hardcode Thai subtitles into video

Permanently embed Thai subtitles directly into your video pixels. Burned-in captions display on any device or platform—perfect for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and social media.

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Permanent display
Custom styling
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Thai transcription guide

Hardcode Thai subtitles in 5 steps

  1. 1
    1. Upload video~1 min

    Upload your video file from your computer, Dropbox, or Google Drive.

    50+ formats supported
  2. 2
    2. Generate subtitles~5 min

    Sonix AI transcribes your Thai video and generates subtitles automatically.

    Word-level timestamps
  3. 3
    3. Edit transcript~2 min

    Correct errors and adjust subtitle timing in the browser-based editor.

  4. 4
    4. Choose style~1 min

    Customize subtitle font, size, color, background, and position with a live preview before rendering.

  5. 5
    5. Render video~5 min

    Sonix burns your Thai subtitles directly into the video pixels.

The Thai language

Understanding Thai transcription

Who transcribes Thai content?

Thai broadcasters, video production teams, and subtitlers transcribe interviews, news segments, and dramas for captioning and localization. Market researchers, tourism and hospitality companies, and academics doing fieldwork in Thailand also rely on Thai transcripts for analysis and documentation.

Thai dialects and accents

Standard Thai, based on the Central Thai spoken in and around Bangkok, dominates broadcasting, education, and most recorded media, and it is the variety speech recognition models target. Regional varieties — Northern Thai (Kham Mueang), Northeastern Thai (Isan, closely related to Lao), and Southern Thai — differ noticeably in tones and vocabulary, so heavily dialectal recordings typically need more editing.

Where Thai is spoken

Thai is spoken in Thailand and parts of China, Myanmar, and Vietnam.

10 min
Average processing
Rendering time varies by video length
100%
Display reliability
Subtitles visible on every device
MP4
Output format
Universal video format
15+
Style options
Fonts, colors, and positions
Thai transcription FAQ

Frequently asked questions about
Thai burn-in subtitles

What's the difference between burn-in and soft subtitles?

Burn-in (hardcoded) subtitles are permanently embedded in the video pixels and cannot be turned off. Soft subtitles (SRT/VTT) are separate files that viewers can toggle on/off. Burn-in is ideal for social media where caption support is inconsistent.

Can I customize the subtitle appearance?

Yes! Sonix offers extensive styling options including font family, size, color, background color, opacity, and position (top, middle, bottom). Preview your style in real-time before rendering.

Will burn-in subtitles reduce video quality?

Sonix preserves your original video quality during the burn-in process. We use high-quality rendering to ensure subtitles look crisp and professional without degrading your footage.

How long does burn-in processing take?

Processing time depends on video length and resolution. A typical 10-minute 1080p video takes about 5-10 minutes to render. You'll receive an email notification when your video is ready.

What video format does burn-in export?

Sonix exports burned-in videos as MP4 files with H.264 encoding—the most universally compatible video format. Your video will play on virtually any device or platform.

Can I edit subtitles after burn-in?

No. Once subtitles are burned in, they're permanent. We recommend thoroughly reviewing and editing your transcript in the Sonix editor before rendering. You can always create a new burn-in version if needed.

Can Sonix transcribe Thai audio and video files?

Yes. Upload your Thai audio or video file, and Sonix converts it to text that you can proofread in the in-browser editor and export to formats such as Word documents or subtitle files.

Does Thai transcription handle Isan or other regional dialects?

Thai speech recognition is built around Standard (Central) Thai. Recordings with strong Isan, Northern, or Southern dialect speech can still be transcribed, but plan for additional proofreading time in the editor.

Can I create Thai subtitles from my transcript?

Yes. After transcribing and polishing your Thai transcript, you can export it as SRT or VTT subtitle files for video captioning.

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