judo
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Noun — A Japanese martial art and Olympic sport focused on throws, holds, and grappling rather than striking.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese judo, literally "the soft way."
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What does “judo” mean?
The word “judo” means a Japanese martial art and Olympic sport focused on throws, holds, and grappling rather than striking. In plain terms, a grappling-based martial art developed from jujutsu, now also a competitive sport.
How do you pronounce “judo”?
“Judo” is pronounced JOO-doh (/ˈd͡ʒudoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “judo” in a sentence?
Here is “judo” used in a sentence: “She won a bronze medal in judo at the Olympics.”
What part of speech is “judo”?
“Judo” is a noun.
Where does the word “judo” come from?
The word “judo” comes from Japanese. Borrowed from Japanese judo, literally "the soft way.".
Is “judo” a common word?
“Judo” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.