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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Hapkido

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
hapkido
hapkido
[noun]

a Korean martial art that focuses on joint locks, throws, and strikes for self-defense

Ex: She practiced hapkido diligently to improve her self-defense skills. 
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Korean
Korean
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Korea

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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: He has been studying martial arts since he was a child, starting with karate and later branching out into jiu-jitsu. 
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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: A majority of Democrats believe that such regulations protect the public. 
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punch
punch
[noun]

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

Ex: He delivered a powerful punch to his opponent's jaw. 
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kick
kick
[noun]

the act of delivering a blow with the foot

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throw
throw
[noun]

a technique used to off-balance, lift, or propel an opponent to the ground, scoring points or achieving a dominant position

Ex: His judo throw won the match by ippon (full point). 
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joint lock

a grappling technique that hyperextends, twists, or compresses a joint to force submission or control an opponent, commonly used in martial arts like judo, jiu-jitsu, or MMA

Ex: The BJJ black belt applied a tight joint lock to his opponent's elbow, making him tap out. 
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opponent
opponent
[noun]

someone who plays against another player in a game, contest, etc.

Ex: The two opponents faced off in the final match of the tennis tournament. 
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energy
energy
[noun]

the physical and mental strength required for activity, work, etc.

Ex: After studying all night, he had no energy left for the exam. 
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century
century
[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: Climate change is one of the most serious issues of this century. 
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founder
founder
[noun]

someone who starts or creates something like a company or organization

Ex: She is the founder of a successful tech startup. 
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japan
japan
[noun]

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

Ex: Japan is renowned for its unique blend of traditional culture and modern technology. 
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style
style
[noun]

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

Ex: His questioning style made the interviewees feel at ease. 
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to create
to create
[Verb]

to bring something into existence or make something happen

Ex: Many entrepreneurs aspire to create successful businesses. 
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to improve

to make a person or thing better

Ex: Regular exercise can improve your overall health. 
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to practice

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

Ex: Musicians regularly practice their instruments to improve their skills. 
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to control

to reduce the strength of something or keep it within limits

Ex: She took a deep breath to control her anger during the heated argument. 
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to hurt
to hurt
[Verb]

to cause injury or physical pain to yourself or someone else

Ex: Be careful with that toy; it could hurt someone. 
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mind
mind
[noun]

the ability in a person that makes them think, feel, or imagine

Ex: She has a brilliant mind for solving puzzles. 
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focus
focus
[noun]

the act of directing your attention and energy toward a particular thing or task

Ex: She needed to maintain her focus during the exam to ensure she answered all the questions accurately. 
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discipline

the personal quality of behaving properly and keeping one's actions under control

Ex: The child showed discipline by following every instruction. 
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breathing
breathing
[noun]

the action of taking air into the lungs and sending it out again

Ex: Proper breathing techniques are essential in meditation for relaxation. 
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calm
calm
[Adjective]

not showing worry, anger, or other strong emotions

Ex: Despite the chaos around her, she remained calm and composed. 
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respect
respect
[noun]

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

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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: As the queen entered the room, the courtiers bowed deeply. 
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teacher
teacher
[noun]

someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Ex: I raised my hand to give an answer when the teacher asked a question. 
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classmate
classmate
[noun]

someone who is or was in the same class as you at school or college

Ex: At the class reunion, old classmates reminisced about their shared experiences and achievements. 
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beginner
beginner
[noun]

someone who has just started to learn or do something; a person who is new to a field or activity

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white belt

a belt that signifies a beginner's rank in martial arts, indicating the starting level of proficiency

Ex: She kept her white belt as a reminder of her martial arts journey. 
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belt
belt
[noun]

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

Ex: After months of training, Sara finally earned her yellow belt in Taekwondo, marking her first official rank. 
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black belt

a belt that signifies a high rank or level of proficiency achieved through training and testing in martial arts

Ex: He earned his black belt in karate after years of dedicated practice. 
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year
year
[noun]

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

Ex: I'm looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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self-defense

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

Ex: He took martial arts classes for self-defense. 
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tradition
tradition
[noun]

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

Ex: Every year, the family follows the tradition of gathering for a holiday dinner. 
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