Sok /SORK/
Sok (Thai: ศอก, pronounced SORK) is a Muay Thai technique term. Elbow, and the elbow strike. Elbows are prized for cuts and knockouts at close range; a fighter who specialises in them is a Muay Sok. It is also written Sork and Sawk. Related terms: Sok ti, Sok tat and Muay Sok. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Sokศอก
- Elbow, and the elbow strike. Elbows are prized for cuts and knockouts at close range; a fighter who specialises in them is a Muay Sok.
| Term | Sok |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ศอก |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | SORK |
| Also written | Sork, Sawk |
| Category | Technique |
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Questions about Sok
What does Sok mean in Muay Thai?
Elbow, and the elbow strike. Elbows are prized for cuts and knockouts at close range; a fighter who specialises in them is a Muay Sok.
How do you pronounce Sok?
Sok is pronounced roughly SORK. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Sok written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ศอก.
What are other spellings of Sok?
It is also written Sork and Sawk. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Sok?
Related terms: Sok ti, Sok tat and Muay Sok.