noun
judoka
joo-DOH-kuh
Judoka (noun) means a person who practices judo. Example: “The judoka bowed before stepping onto the mat.”
noun
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A person who practices judo.
"The judoka bowed before stepping onto the mat."
"Olympic judoka train for years before reaching top competition."
"She became a keen judoka after watching her brother compete."
How to use judoka
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who practices the martial art of judo.
When to use it
Used mainly in sports writing and conversation about judo.
Memory tip
The word comes straight from Japanese, so it's fine to keep the same form for one judoka or many.
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Common pairings
elite judoka
judoka competing
world-class judoka
a judoka's technique
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Etymology
Judoka comes from Japanese, where it is formed from judo with an added suffix meaning a practitioner of that art.
Synonyms
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judoist
Rhymes for judoka
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What does judoka mean?
It means a person who practices the martial art of judo.
What is the plural of judoka?
The plural can be either judoka or judokas.
Is judoka used for both men and women?
Yes, judoka simply refers to a practitioner of judo, regardless of who they are.
What is the meaning of judoka?
"judoka" (noun) means a person who practices judo.
