Gin nam /GIN NUM/
Gin nam (Thai: กินน้ำ, pronounced GIN NUM) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Drink water. The trainer's cue for a water break between rounds. It is also written Kin nam and Drink water. Related terms: Phak. 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
- Gin namกินน้ำ
- Drink water. The trainer's cue for a water break between rounds.
| Term | Gin nam |
|---|---|
| Thai script | กินน้ำ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | GIN NUM |
| Also written | Kin nam, Drink water |
| Category | Language |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Gin nam
What does Gin nam mean in Muay Thai?
Drink water. The trainer's cue for a water break between rounds.
How do you pronounce Gin nam?
Gin nam is pronounced roughly GIN NUM. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Gin nam written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written กินน้ำ.
What are other spellings of Gin nam?
It is also written Kin nam and Drink water. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Gin nam?
Related terms: Phak.
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