Muay Khao /MOO-AY KOW/
Muay Khao (Thai: มวยเข่า, pronounced MOO-AY KOW) is a Muay Thai fighter-style term. The knee fighter: relentless forward pressure into the clinch, then knees to the body and head. Physically the most demanding style and one of the most rewarded by Thai judges. It is also written Muay Kao and Knee fighter. Related terms: Khao trong, Clinch and Muay Plam.
Meaning
- Muay Khaoมวยเข่า
- The knee fighter: relentless forward pressure into the clinch, then knees to the body and head. Physically the most demanding style and one of the most rewarded by Thai judges.
| Term | Muay Khao |
|---|---|
| Thai script | มวยเข่า |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MOO-AY KOW |
| Also written | Muay Kao, Knee fighter |
| Category | Archetype |
Sources: rajadamnern.com ↗ · yokkao.com ↗ · hayabusafight.com ↗
Guides that use “Muay Khao”
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Questions about Muay Khao
What does Muay Khao mean in Muay Thai?
The knee fighter: relentless forward pressure into the clinch, then knees to the body and head. Physically the most demanding style and one of the most rewarded by Thai judges.
How do you pronounce Muay Khao?
Muay Khao is pronounced roughly MOO-AY KOW. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Muay Khao written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written มวยเข่า.
What are other spellings of Muay Khao?
It is also written Muay Kao and Knee fighter. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Muay Khao?
Related terms: Khao trong, Clinch and Muay Plam.
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