Axe kick /DTEH KOW/
Axe kick (Thai: เตะเข่า, pronounced DTEH KOW) is a Muay Thai technique term. Leg raised high then brought straight down with the heel. Listed in Thai technique catalogues but seldom seen in the ring. It is also written Te khao and Heel-drop kick. Related terms: Te. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Axe kickเตะเข่า
- Leg raised high then brought straight down with the heel. Listed in Thai technique catalogues but seldom seen in the ring.
| Term | Axe kick |
|---|---|
| Thai script | เตะเข่า |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | DTEH KOW |
| Also written | Te khao, Heel-drop kick |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Questions about Axe kick
What does Axe kick mean in Muay Thai?
Leg raised high then brought straight down with the heel. Listed in Thai technique catalogues but seldom seen in the ring.
How do you pronounce Axe kick?
Axe kick is pronounced roughly DTEH KOW. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Axe kick written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written เตะเข่า.
What are other spellings of Axe kick?
It is also written Te khao and Heel-drop kick. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Axe kick?
Related terms: Te.
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