Thip /TEEP/
Thip (Thai: ถีบ, pronounced TEEP) is a Muay Thai technique term. The push kick or foot-thrust, delivered with the ball of the foot or heel to the body, thigh or face. It controls distance, breaks an opponent's rhythm and scores when it visibly moves them. It is also written Teep, Tiip and Teeb.
Meaning
- Thipถีบ
- The push kick or foot-thrust, delivered with the ball of the foot or heel to the body, thigh or face. It controls distance, breaks an opponent's rhythm and scores when it visibly moves them.
| Term | Thip |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ถีบ |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | TEEP |
| Also written | Teep, Tiip, Teeb |
| Category | Technique |
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Guides that use “Thip”
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Questions about Thip
What does Thip mean in Muay Thai?
The push kick or foot-thrust, delivered with the ball of the foot or heel to the body, thigh or face. It controls distance, breaks an opponent's rhythm and scores when it visibly moves them.
How do you pronounce Thip?
Thip is pronounced roughly TEEP. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Thip written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ถีบ.
What are other spellings of Thip?
It is also written Teep, Tiip and Teeb. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Thip?
Related terms: Thip trong, Thip khang and Te.