karate; the way of karate
Refers to the martial art of karate as a discipline or path, often emphasizing its philosophical and technical aspects beyond mere sport.
He is a black belt in karate.
Karate begins and ends with courtesy.
Compound of 空手 (karate) and 道 (way, path). The term emphasizes karate as a lifelong discipline and philosophical path, analogous to other Japanese martial arts ending in 道.