Spinning backfist /MUT WEE-ANG GLUP/
Spinning backfist (Thai: หมัดเหวี่ยงกลับ, pronounced MUT WEE-ANG GLUP) is a Muay Thai technique term. Punch delivered with the back of the glove after a spin. Legal in Muay Thai but rarely used because it exposes the back and rarely convinces judges. It is also written Mat wiang klap and Backfist. Related terms: Sok klap and Mat.
Meaning
- Spinning backfistหมัดเหวี่ยงกลับ
- Punch delivered with the back of the glove after a spin. Legal in Muay Thai but rarely used because it exposes the back and rarely convinces judges.
| Term | Spinning backfist |
|---|---|
| Thai script | หมัดเหวี่ยงกลับ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | MUT WEE-ANG GLUP |
| Also written | Mat wiang klap, Backfist |
| Category | Technique |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗
Questions about Spinning backfist
What does Spinning backfist mean in Muay Thai?
Punch delivered with the back of the glove after a spin. Legal in Muay Thai but rarely used because it exposes the back and rarely convinces judges.
How do you pronounce Spinning backfist?
Spinning backfist is pronounced roughly MUT WEE-ANG GLUP. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Spinning backfist written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written หมัดเหวี่ยงกลับ.
What are other spellings of Spinning backfist?
It is also written Mat wiang klap and Backfist. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Spinning backfist?
Related terms: Sok klap and Mat.
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