Mat trong /MUT DTRONG/
Mat trong (Thai: หมัดตรง, pronounced MUT DTRONG) is a Muay Thai technique term. Straight punch. Covers both the lead jab and the rear cross when a trainer wants a straight line rather than an arc. It is also written Mad trong and Mat dtrong. Related terms: Jab, Cross and Mat. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Mat trongหมัดตรง
- Straight punch. Covers both the lead jab and the rear cross when a trainer wants a straight line rather than an arc.
| Term | Mat trong |
|---|---|
| Thai script | หมัดตรง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MUT DTRONG |
| Also written | Mad trong, Mat dtrong |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Questions about Mat trong
What does Mat trong mean in Muay Thai?
Straight punch. Covers both the lead jab and the rear cross when a trainer wants a straight line rather than an arc.
How do you pronounce Mat trong?
Mat trong is pronounced roughly MUT DTRONG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Mat trong written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written หมัดตรง.
What are other spellings of Mat trong?
It is also written Mad trong and Mat dtrong. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Mat trong?
Related terms: Jab, Cross and Mat.
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