Hands up /MEW/
Hands up (Thai: มือ, pronounced MEW) is a Muay Thai training term. Trainer's reminder to keep the guard high. In Thai the single word mue (hands) shouted from the pads means the same thing. It is also written Mue and Meuu. Related terms: High guard and Sung. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Hands upมือ
- Trainer's reminder to keep the guard high. In Thai the single word mue (hands) shouted from the pads means the same thing.
| Term | Hands up |
|---|---|
| Thai script | มือ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MEW |
| Also written | Mue, Meuu |
| Category | Training |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Hands up
What does Hands up mean in Muay Thai?
Trainer's reminder to keep the guard high. In Thai the single word mue (hands) shouted from the pads means the same thing.
How do you pronounce Hands up?
Hands up is pronounced roughly MEW. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Hands up written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written มือ.
What are other spellings of Hands up?
It is also written Mue and Meuu. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Hands up?
Related terms: High guard and Sung.
Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between regions and transliteration systems. Pronunciations are approximate English renderings; Thai is tonal. Spotted an error? Tell us.