Farang /FA-RUNG/
Farang (Thai: ฝรั่ง, pronounced FA-RUNG) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Westerner. Neutral in most contexts; also the Thai word for guava. It is also written Falang. Related terms: Nak Muay Farang. It is one of 52 Thai-language terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Farangฝรั่ง
- Westerner. Neutral in most contexts; also the Thai word for guava.
| Term | Farang |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ฝรั่ง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | FA-RUNG |
| Also written | Falang |
| Category | Language |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Questions about Farang
What does Farang mean in Muay Thai?
Westerner. Neutral in most contexts; also the Thai word for guava.
How do you pronounce Farang?
Farang is pronounced roughly FA-RUNG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Farang written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ฝรั่ง.
What are other spellings of Farang?
It is also written Falang. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Farang?
Related terms: Nak Muay Farang.
Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between regions and transliteration systems. Pronunciations are approximate English renderings; Thai is tonal. Spotted an error? Tell us.