Khwa /KWAH/
Khwa (Thai: ขวา, pronounced KWAH) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Right. Called on the pads to request the right-side weapon. It is also written Kwa and Quaa. Related terms: Sai and Pad work. It is one of 52 Thai-language terms in the Muay Thai Atlas glossary, each with sources. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Khwaขวา
- Right. Called on the pads to request the right-side weapon.
| Term | Khwa |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ขวา |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | KWAH |
| Also written | Kwa, Quaa |
| Category | Language |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Khwa
What does Khwa mean in Muay Thai?
Right. Called on the pads to request the right-side weapon.
How do you pronounce Khwa?
Khwa is pronounced roughly KWAH. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Khwa written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ขวา.
What are other spellings of Khwa?
It is also written Kwa and Quaa. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Khwa?
Related terms: Sai and Pad work.
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