合わせ技
あ
わ
せ
わ
ざ
Meanings
1
scoring two waza-ari; winning by two waza-ari
In judo and similar martial arts, when a competitor scores two waza-ari (half-points), it is combined into an ippon and the match ends. This term refers to that combined score or the resulting victory.
See also: 技あり
He won by ippon through two combined waza-ari.
2
combination of techniques; mixed methods
General term for combining multiple techniques or methods, not limited to martial arts. Can be used in sports, arts, business, etc.
This dish is a combination of Japanese and Western cooking techniques.
His play is a mix of speed and power.