Sai /SIGH/
Sai (Thai: ซ้าย, pronounced SIGH) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Left. Called on the pads to request the left-side weapon. It is also written Saai. Related terms: Khwa and Pad work. Guides on this site that use it include How to Choose a Muay Thai Camp in Thailand. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Saiซ้าย
- Left. Called on the pads to request the left-side weapon.
| Term | Sai |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ซ้าย |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | SIGH |
| Also written | Saai |
| Category | Language |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Guides that use “Sai”
- How to Choose a Muay Thai Camp in Thailand The questions that separate a good Thai camp from a tourist trap: class size, who holds pads, sparring...
- Phuket vs Chiang Mai vs Koh Samui for Muay Thai Thailand's three most popular Muay Thai bases compared on camps, published prices, seasons, getting there,...
Questions about Sai
What does Sai mean in Muay Thai?
Left. Called on the pads to request the left-side weapon.
How do you pronounce Sai?
Sai is pronounced roughly SIGH. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Sai written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ซ้าย.
What are other spellings of Sai?
It is also written Saai. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Sai?
Related terms: Khwa and Pad work.
Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between regions and transliteration systems. Pronunciations are approximate English renderings; Thai is tonal. Spotted an error? Tell us.