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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Taekwondo

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
taekwondo
taekwondo
[noun]

a Korean martial art characterized by its emphasis on high kicks and jumping and spinning kicks

Ex: I signed up for taekwondo classes to improve my fitness and learn self-defense .
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martial arts

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

Ex: Martial arts tournaments attract competitors from around the world to showcase their skills and techniques .
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korea
korea
[noun]

an Asian peninsula (off Manchuria) separating the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan; the Korean name is Dae-Han-Min-Gook or Han-Gook

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kick
kick
[noun]

the act of delivering a blow with the foot

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to practice

to do or play something many times to become good at it

Ex: The tennis player practiced serving and volleying for hours to refine their game before the tournament .
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self-defense

the actions taken by an individual to protect themselves or their property from harm or damage

Ex: He claimed self-defense after being attacked .
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fitness
fitness
[noun]

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

Ex: Maintaining fitness is essential for a healthy and active lifestyle .
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discipline

the practice of using methods such as punishment, training, or guidance to enforce rules and improve behavior

Ex: Personal discipline involves self-control and adherence to personal goals and values .
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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: They recorded the history of the company for future generations .
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ancient
ancient
[Adjective]

related or belonging to a period of history that is long gone

Ex: The museum housed artifacts from ancient Egypt, including pottery and jewelry.
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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training
training
[noun]

the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job

Ex: Military training prepares soldiers for various combat scenarios.
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The company 's financial strength enabled it to withstand economic downturns .
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speed
speed
[noun]

the rate or pace at which something or someone moves

Ex: The runner sprinted with lightning speed toward the finish line , determined to win the race .
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flexibility

the quality of being easily bent without breaking or injury

Ex: The gymnast 's flexibility amazed the audience during her performance .
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punch
punch
[noun]

a hit or strike made with a closed fist, especially in boxing

Ex: The match ended after one decisive punch.
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pattern
pattern
[noun]

a regular and distinct sequence that can be found in certain situations

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balance
balance
[noun]

the ability to maintain a steady position or posture, preventing falling or tipping

Ex: A baby learns balance gradually as they begin to walk .
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control
control
[noun]

the power to manage or direct someone or something

Ex: Effective control of the project led to its early completion .
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fighting
fighting
[noun]

the act of engaging in physical combat or conflict, or any contest or struggle between individuals, groups, or forces

Ex: The ongoing fighting in the region has led to significant displacement of civilians .
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value
value
[noun]

a set of moral beliefs or principles of what is important in life

Ex: His actions reflected the value he placed on community service and giving back .
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respect
respect
[noun]

admiration for someone or something because of their achievements, qualities, etc.

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honesty
honesty
[noun]

the quality of behaving or talking in a way that is truthful and free of deception

Ex: Honesty about your feelings can strengthen personal connections .
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self-control

the ability to manage one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to achieve long-term goals and resist short-term temptations

Ex: His self-control prevented him from making a rash decision .
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disciplined
disciplined
[Adjective]

having devoted a lot of time and effort into learning necessary skills for a particular field or activity

Ex: The disciplined artist spends hours perfecting their craft , striving for excellence in every piece .
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focused
focused
[Adjective]

paying close attention and concentrating on a specific goal, activity, or task

Ex: He was focused on achieving his fitness goals, dedicating himself to regular workouts.
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under pressure

stressful or anxious due to having too many tasks or responsibilities to handle within a limited time

Ex: Working under pressure can sometimes lead to better results.
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culture
culture
[noun]

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

Ex: We experienced the local culture during our stay in Italy .
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tradition
tradition
[noun]

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

Ex: Some traditions are deeply rooted in cultural or religious practices .
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ceremony
ceremony
[noun]

a formal public or religious occasion where a set of traditional actions are performed

Ex: The ceremony included a series of rituals passed down through generations .
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class
class
[noun]

education or instruction provided in a series of lessons or meetings, often held regularly

Ex: The class on digital marketing covered various strategies and tools .
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to bow
to bow
[Verb]

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

Ex: In the dojo , students were taught not only how to fight but also how to bow as a mark of mutual respect .
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dobok
dobok
[noun]

a traditional Korean martial arts uniform worn during taekwondo training and competitions

Ex: She washed her dobok after every class to maintain its brightness and cleanliness .
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belt
belt
[noun]

a rank-indicating strip of cloth worn around the waist in martial arts

Ex: The karate school held a belt ceremony where students received their new belts based on performance and dedication .
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rank
rank
[noun]

a person's position within a social hierarchy or class

Ex: Rank influenced who could sit in certain sections of the theater.
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progress
progress
[noun]

gradual movement toward a goal or a desired state

Ex: The patient showed slow but steady progress in his physical therapy .
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health
health
[noun]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

Ex: He decided to take a break from work to focus on his health and well-being .
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competition

an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night .
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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: The government implemented new policies to boost the country's economy .
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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foot
foot
[noun]

the body part that is at the end of our leg and we stand and walk on

Ex: She tapped her foot nervously while waiting for the results .
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hand
hand
[noun]

the part of our body that is at the end of our arm and we use to grab, move, or feel things

Ex: She used her hand to cover her mouth when she laughed .
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