Khao loi /KOW LOY/
Khao loi (Thai: เข่าลอย, pronounced KOW LOY) is a Muay Thai technique term. Flying or jumping knee, launched off one or both feet at the head or chest. It is also written Flying knee and Kao loy. Related terms: Khao and Kradot. It is one of 81 technique terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources.
Meaning
- Khao loiเข่าลอย
- Flying or jumping knee, launched off one or both feet at the head or chest.
| Term | Khao loi |
|---|---|
| Thai script | เข่าลอย |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | KOW LOY |
| Also written | Flying knee, Kao loy |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗ · muay-thai-santai.com ↗
Questions about Khao loi
What does Khao loi mean in Muay Thai?
Flying or jumping knee, launched off one or both feet at the head or chest.
How do you pronounce Khao loi?
Khao loi is pronounced roughly KOW LOY. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Khao loi written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written เข่าลอย.
What are other spellings of Khao loi?
It is also written Flying knee and Kao loy. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Khao loi?
Related terms: Khao and Kradot.
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