taekwondo
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for taekwondo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A Korean martial art known for its fast, high kicks, practiced as both a self-defense system and an Olympic sport.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from Korean taegwondo.
Full origin of taekwondo →Frequently asked questions
What does “taekwondo” mean?
The word “taekwondo” means a Korean martial art known for its fast, high kicks, practiced as both a self-defense system and an Olympic sport. In plain terms, a Korean martial art focused heavily on kicking techniques, also an Olympic combat sport.
How do you pronounce “taekwondo”?
“Taekwondo” is pronounced tyk-won-DOH (/ˌtaɪkwɑnˈdoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “taekwondo” in a sentence?
Here is “taekwondo” used in a sentence: “She earned her black belt in taekwondo after six years of training.”
What part of speech is “taekwondo”?
“Taekwondo” is a noun.
Where does the word “taekwondo” come from?
The word “taekwondo” comes from Korean. Borrowed directly from Korean taegwondo.