Khao chiang /KOW CHEE-ANG/
Khao chiang (Thai: เข่าเฉียง, pronounced KOW CHEE-ANG) is a Muay Thai technique term. Knee angled inward on a diagonal, landing on the ribs or around a guarding arm. It is also written Diagonal knee. Related terms: Khao and Khao trong. Guides on this site that use it include Muay Thai Knees: Straight, Diagonal and Clinch Knees Explained.
Meaning
- Khao chiangเข่าเฉียง
- Knee angled inward on a diagonal, landing on the ribs or around a guarding arm.
| Term | Khao chiang |
|---|---|
| Thai script | เข่าเฉียง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | KOW CHEE-ANG |
| Also written | Diagonal knee |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Guides that use “Khao chiang”
- Muay Thai Knees: Straight, Diagonal and Clinch Knees Explained How to throw Muay Thai knee strikes: the straight knee, diagonal and curved knees, step-up and switch...
Questions about Khao chiang
What does Khao chiang mean in Muay Thai?
Knee angled inward on a diagonal, landing on the ribs or around a guarding arm.
How do you pronounce Khao chiang?
Khao chiang is pronounced roughly KOW CHEE-ANG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Khao chiang written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written เข่าเฉียง.
What are other spellings of Khao chiang?
It is also written Diagonal knee. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Khao chiang?
Related terms: Khao and Khao trong.
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