The Basics: Respect & Gym Phrases
ครู (Kruu)- Teacher/Trainer
The most important word. Always address your trainer as 'Kruu'.
ไหว้ (Wâi)- The Thai Greeting
A prayer-like gesture to show respect. Wai your Kru before and after training.
สวัสดี (Sà-wàt-dii)- Hello
Your standard greeting. Add 'kháp' (male) or 'khà' (female) at the end to be polite.
ขอบคุณ (Khàwp Khun)- Thank You
Show gratitude. Again, add 'kháp' or 'khà' for politeness.
In the Ring: Commands from Your Kru
| THAI SCRIPT | PHONETIC | ENGLISH |
|---|---|---|
| ชก | Chók | Punch |
| เตะ | Dtè | Kick |
| เข่า | Khào | Knee |
| ศอก | Sàwk | Elbow |
| หยุด | Yùt | Stop |
| ดี | Dii | Good |
| เร็วๆ | Rew Rew! | Faster! Faster! |
The Arsenal: Techniques & Body Parts
Techniques (อาวุธ Aa-wút)
- หมัดตรง (Màt dtrong) Straight Punch
- เตะลำตัว (Dtè Lam Dtua) Body Kick
- เตะก้านคอ (Dtè Gâan Khaw) High Kick (to neck)
- ศอก (Sàwk)Elbow Strike
- ตีเข่า (Dtii Khào) Knee Strike
Body Parts (ร่างกาย)
- หัว (Hǔa)Head
- ลำตัว (Lam Dtua)Body/ Torso
- ขา (Khǎa) Legs
- แขน (Khǎen)Arms
Counting the Rounds: Numbers 1-10
| THAI SCRIPT | PHONETIC | ENGLISH |
|---|---|---|
| หนึ่ง | nèung | One (1) |
| สอง | sǎwng | Two (2) |
| สาม | sǎam | Three (3) |
| สี่ | sìi | Four (4) |
| ห้า | hâa | Five (5) |
| หก | hòk | Six (6) |
| เจ็ด | jèt | Seven (7) |
| แปด | bpàet | Eight (8) |
| เก้า | gâo | Nine (9) |
| สิบ | sìp | Ten (10) |
Want to Master Thai Beyond the Gym?
This list is a great start, but proper tones and pronunciation are key. Personalized coaching will help you learn faster, build real confidence, and connect with Thai culture on a deeper level.
