Kom Krab /GOM GRAHP/
Kom Krab (Thai: ก้มกราบ, pronounced GOM GRAHP) is a Muay Thai culture term. The three bows to the canvas performed kneeling during the Wai Kru, honouring the Buddha, the teachings and the teachers. It is also written Krab and Prostration. Related terms: Thep Phanom and Wai Kru. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Kom Krabก้มกราบ
- The three bows to the canvas performed kneeling during the Wai Kru, honouring the Buddha, the teachings and the teachers.
| Term | Kom Krab |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ก้มกราบ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | GOM GRAHP |
| Also written | Krab, Prostration |
| Category | Culture |
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Questions about Kom Krab
What does Kom Krab mean in Muay Thai?
The three bows to the canvas performed kneeling during the Wai Kru, honouring the Buddha, the teachings and the teachers.
How do you pronounce Kom Krab?
Kom Krab is pronounced roughly GOM GRAHP. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Kom Krab written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ก้มกราบ.
What are other spellings of Kom Krab?
It is also written Krab and Prostration. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Kom Krab?
Related terms: Thep Phanom and Wai Kru.