kyu
Kyu (noun) means a rank or grade below black belt in Japanese martial arts and similar disciplines, also used in the game of go. Example: “He tested for his third kyu at the dojo last weekend.”
How to use kyu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA student-level rank in martial arts or go, counting down toward black-belt or dan status.
Word forms
kyus plural
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He tested for his third _____ at the dojo last weekend.
Etymology
From Japanese 級 (kyū), meaning "grade" or "class."
Rhymes for kyu
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What does “kyu” mean?
The word “kyu” means a rank or grade below black belt in Japanese martial arts and similar disciplines, also used in the game of go. In plain terms, a student-level rank in martial arts or go, counting down toward black-belt or dan status.
How do you use “kyu” in a sentence?
Here is “kyu” used in a sentence: “He tested for his third kyu at the dojo last weekend.”
What part of speech is “kyu”?
“Kyu” is a noun.
Where does the word “kyu” come from?
The word “kyu” comes from Japanese. From Japanese 級 (kyū), meaning "grade" or "class.".
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