Sung /SOONG/
Sung (Thai: สูง, pronounced SOONG) is a Muay Thai Thai-language term. High, higher. Used for hands, knees or kicks that need to come up. It is also written Soong. Related terms: Hands up. 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
- Sungสูง
- High, higher. Used for hands, knees or kicks that need to come up.
| Term | Sung |
|---|---|
| Thai script | สูง |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | SOONG |
| Also written | Soong |
| Category | Language |
Sources: 8limbsus.com ↗
Questions about Sung
What does Sung mean in Muay Thai?
High, higher. Used for hands, knees or kicks that need to come up.
How do you pronounce Sung?
Sung is pronounced roughly SOONG. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Sung written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written สูง.
What are other spellings of Sung?
It is also written Soong. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Sung?
Related terms: Hands up.
Thai spellings and pronunciations vary between regions and transliteration systems. Pronunciations are approximate English renderings; Thai is tonal. Spotted an error? Tell us.