Ao /OW/
Ao (Thai: เอา, pronounced OW) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Take or want. Ao eek means again or one more; mai ao means no, not that. It is also written Ow. Related terms: Eek and Mai. It is one of 52 Thai-language terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources.
Meaning
- Aoเอา
- Take or want. Ao eek means again or one more; mai ao means no, not that.
| Term | Ao |
|---|---|
| Thai script | เอา |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | OW |
| Also written | Ow |
| Category | Language |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Ao
What does Ao mean in Muay Thai?
Take or want. Ao eek means again or one more; mai ao means no, not that.
How do you pronounce Ao?
Ao is pronounced roughly OW. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Ao written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written เอา.
What are other spellings of Ao?
It is also written Ow. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Ao?
Related terms: Eek and Mai.
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