Khao niao /KOW NEE-OW/
Khao niao (Thai: ข้าวเหนียว, pronounced KOW NEE-OW) is a Muay Thai culture term. Glutinous rice steamed in a bamboo basket, the Isan staple eaten by hand with grilled meat. It is also written Sticky rice and Khao neow. Related terms: Camp food and Moo ping. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Khao niaoข้าวเหนียว
- Glutinous rice steamed in a bamboo basket, the Isan staple eaten by hand with grilled meat.
| Term | Khao niao |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ข้าวเหนียว |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | KOW NEE-OW |
| Also written | Sticky rice, Khao neow |
| Category | Culture |
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Questions about Khao niao
What does Khao niao mean in Muay Thai?
Glutinous rice steamed in a bamboo basket, the Isan staple eaten by hand with grilled meat.
How do you pronounce Khao niao?
Khao niao is pronounced roughly KOW NEE-OW. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Khao niao written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ข้าวเหนียว.
What are other spellings of Khao niao?
It is also written Sticky rice and Khao neow. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Khao niao?
Related terms: Camp food and Moo ping.
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