Sam /SAHM/
Sam (Thai: สาม, pronounced SAHM) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. Three (3). It is also written Saam. Related terms: Thai counting. 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
- Samสาม
- Three (3).
| Term | Sam |
|---|---|
| Thai script | สาม |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | SAHM |
| Also written | Saam |
| Category | Language |
Sources: omniglot.com ↗
Questions about Sam
What does Sam mean in Muay Thai?
Three (3).
How do you pronounce Sam?
Sam is pronounced roughly SAHM. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Sam written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written สาม.
What are other spellings of Sam?
It is also written Saam. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Sam?
Related terms: Thai counting.
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