Thoi /TOY/
Thoi (Thai: ถอย, pronounced TOY) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Retreat, back up. Mai thoi is the classic Thai instruction not to give ground. It is also written Toy and Toi (retreat). Related terms: Dern and Mai. It is one of 52 Thai-language terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources.
Meaning
- Thoiถอย
- Retreat, back up. Mai thoi is the classic Thai instruction not to give ground.
| Term | Thoi |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ถอย |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | TOY |
| Also written | Toy, Toi (retreat) |
| Category | Language |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Thoi
What does Thoi mean in Muay Thai?
Retreat, back up. Mai thoi is the classic Thai instruction not to give ground.
How do you pronounce Thoi?
Thoi is pronounced roughly TOY. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Thoi written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ถอย.
What are other spellings of Thoi?
It is also written Toy and Toi (retreat). Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Thoi?
Related terms: Dern and Mai.
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