Siap /SEE-AP/
Siap (Thai: เสียบ, pronounced SEE-AP) is a Muay Thai technique term. Trainer's word for a straight stabbing knee driven in like a spear, usually from range with a step or skip. Literally to insert or skewer. It is also written Siiap, Skip knee and Spear knee. Related terms: Khao trong and Khao yao.
Meaning
- Siapเสียบ
- Trainer's word for a straight stabbing knee driven in like a spear, usually from range with a step or skip. Literally to insert or skewer.
| Term | Siap |
|---|---|
| Thai script | เสียบ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | SEE-AP |
| Also written | Siiap, Skip knee, Spear knee |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Siap
What does Siap mean in Muay Thai?
Trainer's word for a straight stabbing knee driven in like a spear, usually from range with a step or skip. Literally to insert or skewer.
How do you pronounce Siap?
Siap is pronounced roughly SEE-AP. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Siap written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written เสียบ.
What are other spellings of Siap?
It is also written Siiap, Skip knee and Spear knee. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Siap?
Related terms: Khao trong and Khao yao.
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