Groin guard /GRA-JUP/
Groin guard (Thai: กระจับ, pronounced GRA-JUP) is a Muay Thai equipment term. Protective cup worn under the shorts. Thai fighters favour a hard steel cup held on with cord, tied at the hips, rather than a jockstrap-style cup. It is also written Krachap and Steel cup. Related terms: Thai shorts and Groin strike.
Meaning
- Groin guardกระจับ
- Protective cup worn under the shorts. Thai fighters favour a hard steel cup held on with cord, tied at the hips, rather than a jockstrap-style cup.
| Term | Groin guard |
|---|---|
| Thai script | กระจับ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | GRA-JUP |
| Also written | Krachap, Steel cup |
| Category | Equipment |
Sources: wbcmuaythai.com ↗ · muaythai.sport ↗
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Questions about Groin guard
What does Groin guard mean in Muay Thai?
Protective cup worn under the shorts. Thai fighters favour a hard steel cup held on with cord, tied at the hips, rather than a jockstrap-style cup.
How do you pronounce Groin guard?
Groin guard is pronounced roughly GRA-JUP. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Groin guard written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written กระจับ.
What are other spellings of Groin guard?
It is also written Krachap and Steel cup. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Groin guard?
Related terms: Thai shorts and Groin strike.
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