武道
Meanings
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martial arts; budo
Refers to traditional Japanese martial arts, often emphasizing spiritual and moral development alongside combat techniques. 'Bushido' is a related but distinct concept (the way of the warrior); this word primarily denotes the martial disciplines themselves.
He has been learning martial arts since he was a child.
Judo and kendo are traditional Japanese martial arts.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が武道を習うfor someone to learn a martial art
He has been learning a martial art since he was a child.
- 武道に励むto devote oneself to martial arts training
She devotes herself to martial arts training every day.
- 武道の精神the spirit/philosophy underlying martial arts
Learning the spirit of martial arts is more important than the techniques alone.