Kao /GOW/
Kao (Thai: เก้า, pronounced GOW) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Nine (9). Sounds close to khao (knee), so listen for context on the pads. It is also written Gao and Gaao. Related terms: Thai counting. 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
- Kaoเก้า
- Nine (9). Sounds close to khao (knee), so listen for context on the pads.
| Term | Kao |
|---|---|
| Thai script | เก้า |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | GOW |
| Also written | Gao, Gaao |
| Category | Language |
Sources: omniglot.com ↗
Questions about Kao
What does Kao mean in Muay Thai?
Nine (9). Sounds close to khao (knee), so listen for context on the pads.
How do you pronounce Kao?
Kao is pronounced roughly GOW. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Kao written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written เก้า.
What are other spellings of Kao?
It is also written Gao and Gaao. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Kao?
Related terms: Thai counting.
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