Kun Khmer Terminology

Here are some commonly used terminologies in Kun Khmer:

Term (English)	Part of Speech	Transliteration	Khmer Script	What is it?
Tey Krou	Noun	Tey Krou	ទៃគ្រូ	It is a headband made from sacred or blessed threads known as Klok or Amboah Monkul, worn by Kun Khmer fighters when they enter the ring and during the ritual of paying respect to their master (Kun Krou). It serves as an ornament and is believed to bring good luck to the fighter. The headband is removed when the match begins.
Prathap Dai	Noun	Prathap Dai	ប្រថាប់ដៃ	These are a pair of armbands, crafted from sacred or blessed threads, similar to the Tey Krou. However, they are designed to be worn on both arms and are not removed during the fight.
Klok	Noun	Klok (Ambaoh Klok)	ក្លុក	This is a type of raw thread used to make the Tey Kru and Prathap Dai. It is sometimes referred to as Amboah Mongkul (prosperous thread), as it is often consecrated to bring good luck to the fighter.
Referee	Noun	Achnha Kandal	អាជ្ញាកណ្ដាល	Like other martial arts, the Kun Khmer referee is responsible for overseeing the fight, ensuring the rules are followed, and maintaining fairness. The referee monitors the fighters’ actions, calls out fouls, and has the authority to stop the match if necessary for safety or rule violations. They can also call a stoppage if they see that a fighter is severely injured or in bad condition. Additionally, the referee signals the end of rounds and raises their hand to declare the winner based on the judges’ decision.