Round /YOK/
Round (Thai: ยก, pronounced YOK) is a Muay Thai rules term. One timed period of fighting. Stadium and WBC pro bouts run five rounds of three minutes with two-minute rests; IFMA amateurs and ONE non-title bouts run three rounds of three minutes with one-minute rests. It is also written Yok. Related terms: Five rounds, Three rounds and Timekeeper.
Meaning
- Roundยก
- One timed period of fighting. Stadium and WBC pro bouts run five rounds of three minutes with two-minute rests; IFMA amateurs and ONE non-title bouts run three rounds of three minutes with one-minute rests.
| Term | Round |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ยก |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | YOK |
| Also written | Yok |
| Category | Rules |
Sources: wbcmuaythai.com ↗ · muaythai.sport ↗ · groundedmma.com ↗
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Questions about Round
What does Round mean in Muay Thai?
One timed period of fighting. Stadium and WBC pro bouts run five rounds of three minutes with two-minute rests; IFMA amateurs and ONE non-title bouts run three rounds of three minutes with one-minute rests.
How do you pronounce Round?
Round is pronounced roughly YOK. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Round written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ยก.
What are other spellings of Round?
It is also written Yok. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Round?
Related terms: Five rounds, Three rounds and Timekeeper.
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