Khao kaeng /KOW GANG/
Khao kaeng (Thai: ข้าวแกง, pronounced KOW GANG) is a Muay Thai culture term. Rice served with your choice of pre-cooked curries from trays, the cheapest sit-down meal near most gyms. It is also written Curry rice and Rice and curry shop. Related terms: Khao. It is one of 50 culture terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources.
Meaning
- Khao kaengข้าวแกง
- Rice served with your choice of pre-cooked curries from trays, the cheapest sit-down meal near most gyms.
| Term | Khao kaeng |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ข้าวแกง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | KOW GANG |
| Also written | Curry rice, Rice and curry shop |
| Category | Culture |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Questions about Khao kaeng
What does Khao kaeng mean in Muay Thai?
Rice served with your choice of pre-cooked curries from trays, the cheapest sit-down meal near most gyms.
How do you pronounce Khao kaeng?
Khao kaeng is pronounced roughly KOW GANG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Khao kaeng written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ข้าวแกง.
What are other spellings of Khao kaeng?
It is also written Curry rice and Rice and curry shop. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Khao kaeng?
Related terms: Khao.
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