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黒帯 (くろおび) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

黒くろ帯おび

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Meanings

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noun

black belt

martial arts

In martial arts, the belt itself and the rank it represents. Also used metaphorically for a high level of skill.

彼かれは柔じゅう道どうの黒くろ帯おびを持もっている。
He holds a black belt in judo.
黒くろ帯おびを締しめるには何なん年ねんもかかる。
It takes many years to earn a black belt.

Kanji

黒black
帯sash, belt, obi

Similar words

帯おび
帯 is a general sash or belt, while 黒帯 specifically refers to the black belt in martial arts.

Etymology

Compound of 黒 (くろ, 'black') and 帯 (おび, 'belt'). The term originates from the ranking system in Japanese martial arts where a black belt signifies a high level of proficiency.