Sok phung /SORK POONG/
Sok phung (Thai: ศอกพุ่ง, pronounced SORK POONG) is a Muay Thai technique term. Elbow thrust straight forward like a spear, usually to the face when the opponent charges in. It is also written Sok pung and Forward elbow thrust. Related terms: Sok and Sok ti. Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between transliteration systems.
Meaning
- Sok phungศอกพุ่ง
- Elbow thrust straight forward like a spear, usually to the face when the opponent charges in.
| Term | Sok phung |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ศอกพุ่ง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | SORK POONG |
| Also written | Sok pung, Forward elbow thrust |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
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Questions about Sok phung
What does Sok phung mean in Muay Thai?
Elbow thrust straight forward like a spear, usually to the face when the opponent charges in.
How do you pronounce Sok phung?
Sok phung is pronounced roughly SORK POONG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Sok phung written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ศอกพุ่ง.
What are other spellings of Sok phung?
It is also written Sok pung and Forward elbow thrust. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Sok phung?
Related terms: Sok and Sok ti.
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