Red corner /MOOM DAENG/
Red corner (Thai: มุมแดง, pronounced MOOM DAENG) is a Muay Thai rules term. Corner traditionally given to the champion, favourite or home fighter; the gambling crowd's default reference point (thumb up for red). It is also written Mum daeng. Related terms: Blue corner and Hand signals. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Red cornerมุมแดง
- Corner traditionally given to the champion, favourite or home fighter; the gambling crowd's default reference point (thumb up for red).
| Term | Red corner |
|---|---|
| Thai script | มุมแดง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MOOM DAENG |
| Also written | Mum daeng |
| Category | Rules |
Sources: muokboxing.com ↗ · bangtaomuaythai.com ↗
Questions about Red corner
What does Red corner mean in Muay Thai?
Corner traditionally given to the champion, favourite or home fighter; the gambling crowd's default reference point (thumb up for red).
How do you pronounce Red corner?
Red corner is pronounced roughly MOOM DAENG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Red corner written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written มุมแดง.
What are other spellings of Red corner?
It is also written Mum daeng. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Red corner?
Related terms: Blue corner and Hand signals.
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