Wai Kru /WHY KROO/
Wai Kru (Thai: ไหว้ครู, pronounced WHY KROO) is a Muay Thai culture term. Pre-fight ritual of respect to teachers, parents and the lineage. The fighter circles the ring, seals the corners, then kneels and bows three times before rising into the Ram Muay dance. It is also written Wai Khru and Wai Kru Ram Muay.
Meaning
- Wai Kruไหว้ครู
- Pre-fight ritual of respect to teachers, parents and the lineage. The fighter circles the ring, seals the corners, then kneels and bows three times before rising into the Ram Muay dance.
| Term | Wai Kru |
|---|---|
| Thai script | ไหว้ครู |
| Pronunciation (approx.) | WHY KROO |
| Also written | Wai Khru, Wai Kru Ram Muay |
| Category | Culture |
Sources: en.wikipedia.org ↗ · muaythai.sport ↗
Guides that use “Wai Kru”
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Questions about Wai Kru
What does Wai Kru mean in Muay Thai?
Pre-fight ritual of respect to teachers, parents and the lineage. The fighter circles the ring, seals the corners, then kneels and bows three times before rising into the Ram Muay dance.
How do you pronounce Wai Kru?
Wai Kru is pronounced roughly WHY KROO. Thai is tonal, so listen to a trainer or native speaker for the exact tone.
How is Wai Kru written in Thai?
In Thai script it is written ไหว้ครู.
What are other spellings of Wai Kru?
It is also written Wai Khru and Wai Kru Ram Muay. Transliteration from Thai varies.
What terms are related to Wai Kru?
Related terms: Ram Muay, Mongkhon, Sarama and Kru.
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