Block /BUNG/
Block (Thai: บัง, pronounced BUNG) is a Muay Thai technique term. General term for stopping a strike with the arms, shin or glove. Thai trainers call bang! when they want the guard raised. It is also written Bang and Bat. Related terms: Check and Long guard. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Blockบัง
- General term for stopping a strike with the arms, shin or glove. Thai trainers call bang! when they want the guard raised.
| Term | Block |
|---|---|
| Thai script | บัง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | BUNG |
| Also written | Bang, Bat |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗ · muay-thai-santai.com ↗
Questions about Block
What does Block mean in Muay Thai?
General term for stopping a strike with the arms, shin or glove. Thai trainers call bang! when they want the guard raised.
How do you pronounce Block?
Block is pronounced roughly BUNG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Block written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written บัง.
What are other spellings of Block?
It is also written Bang and Bat. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Block?
Related terms: Check and Long guard.
Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between regions and transliteration systems. Pronunciations are approximate English renderings; Thai is tonal. Spotted an error? Tell us.