Mat /MUT/
Mat (Thai: หมัด, pronounced MUT) is a Muay Thai technique term. Thai for fist, and the general word for a punch. Trainers shout it as a one-word command to throw hands; the specific punch is usually added (mat trong, mat soei). It is also written Mad and Mahd. Related terms: Chok, Toi and Mat trong.
Meaning
- Matหมัด
- Thai for fist, and the general word for a punch. Trainers shout it as a one-word command to throw hands; the specific punch is usually added (mat trong, mat soei).
| Term | Mat |
|---|---|
| Thai script | หมัด |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MUT |
| Also written | Mad, Mahd |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗ · 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Mat
What does Mat mean in Muay Thai?
Thai for fist, and the general word for a punch. Trainers shout it as a one-word command to throw hands; the specific punch is usually added (mat trong, mat soei).
How do you pronounce Mat?
Mat is pronounced roughly MUT. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Mat written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written หมัด.
What are other spellings of Mat?
It is also written Mad and Mahd. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Mat?
Related terms: Chok, Toi and Mat trong.
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