Karate (en. Karate)

/kaˈɾate/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Combat system that uses striking techniques.
Karate is a discipline practiced both as a sport and for self-defense.
El karate es una disciplina que se practica tanto como deporte como defensa personal.
Physical activity that improves strength, agility, and discipline.
Practicing karate regularly can contribute to better physical health.
Hacer karate regularmente puede contribuir a una mejor salud física.
Japanese tradition that incorporates philosophy and ethics into its teaching.
The karate dojo teaches not only techniques but also respect and humility.
El dojo de karate enseña no solo técnicas, sino también respeto y humildad.

Etymology

The word 'karate' comes from Japanese 空手, meaning 'empty hand'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

karateka
Practitioner of karate.
karateka
kata
Sequence of movements in karate.
kata
kumite
Combat between two karate practitioners.
kumite

Related Words

dojo
Place where martial arts are taught.
dojo
sensei
Master of martial arts.
sensei
kime
Focus and concentration during a strike.
kime

Slang Meanings

Street fight.
A fight broke out between two boys on the corner.
Se armó una karate entre dos chicos en la esquina.
Quickly and without hesitation.
He solved the problem like a true fighter.
Resolvió el problema como un verdadero karate.