Spanish Conversation · Level 28
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Spanish word
taekwondo
Pronunciation
IPA/tae̯ˈkwondo/
Meaning
- masculine nountaekwondo
Example
¿Quieres probar taekwondo hoy?
Do you want to try taekwondo today?
More examples
Entreno taekwondo todos los martes.
I train in taekwondo every Tuesday.
Core concept
Korean martial art combining high kicks, punches and formal patterns, practiced for self-defense and sport.
Common phrases
entrenar taekwondo
train in taekwondo
sesión de taekwondo
taekwondo session
Similar words
karate: Japanese martial art focusing on powerful strikes and precise kata.
judo: Japanese martial art centered on throws and ground techniques using balance and leverage.
kung-fu: Chinese-origin martial arts tradition that includes diverse striking methods and traditional forms.
arte marcial: Organized systems of combat and disciplined physical training.
Definition in Spanish
Sistema marcial moderno originario de Corea que combina patadas, puñetazos y formas, practicado tanto para defensa personal como en competiciones internacionales.
Word origin
The word comes from the Korean tae 'kick', kwon 'fist' and do 'way', and the modern system with standardized competition rules was established in Korea in the mid-20th century.
Usage tips
- Spanish treats taekwondo as a masculine sport noun (el taekwondo) and commonly pairs it with practicar (practicar taekwondo) rather than hacer.
Related words
- taekwondistataekwondo practitionernoun