Uppercut /MUT SER-EE/
Uppercut (Thai: หมัดเสย, pronounced MUT SER-EE) is a Muay Thai technique term. Rising punch under the chin or into the body. The Thai name mat soei (lifting fist) is standard; mat ngat (prising fist) is also heard. It is also written Mat soei, Mat ngat and Mat soi dao. Related terms: Hook and Sok ngat.
Meaning
- Uppercutหมัดเสย
- Rising punch under the chin or into the body. The Thai name mat soei (lifting fist) is standard; mat ngat (prising fist) is also heard.
| Term | Uppercut |
|---|---|
| Thai script | หมัดเสย |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MUT SER-EE |
| Also written | Mat soei, Mat ngat, Mat soi dao |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Questions about Uppercut
What does Uppercut mean in Muay Thai?
Rising punch under the chin or into the body. The Thai name mat soei (lifting fist) is standard; mat ngat (prising fist) is also heard.
How do you pronounce Uppercut?
Uppercut is pronounced roughly MUT SER-EE. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Uppercut written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written หมัดเสย.
What are other spellings of Uppercut?
It is also written Mat soei, Mat ngat and Mat soi dao. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Uppercut?
Related terms: Hook and Sok ngat.
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