Karate

How it is used

People practise karate and train techniques alone or with a partner.

Example sentences

1. The karate group repeated a sequence of blocks and punches.

   The sequence combines several techniques in a fixed order.

2. She joined a karate club near her university.

   The club offers a regular setting for learning the art.

Common collocations

• karate club
• karate technique

Related terms

• martial artsTraditional systems of fighting and self-defence, such as karate, judo, taekwondo and kung fu, practised as sport, exercise or discipline.
• coachA person who trains athletes or a team, plans their practice, teaches technique and tactics and often makes decisions during competition.

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