English–Japanese

“judo” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajijūdō

Example

学校で柔道をします。gak kō de jū dō o shi ma su

I do judo at school.

Illustration for 柔道 (judo)

How to say “judo” in Japanese

“Judo” in Japanese is 柔道 (jūdō).

Centers on using an opponent's movement and balance to control the exchange instead of relying only on strength.

Full entry for 柔道: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 柔道

体育の授業で柔道を習います。tai iku no ju gyō de jū dō o nara i ma su

I learn judo in physical education class.

Tips for using 柔道

  • In everyday English, people commonly say "do judo", just as they say "do karate", rather than use "play" for this martial art.

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