JLPT N3 Intermediate
空手
Japanese martial art of unarmed combat; literally “empty hand”.
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Other forms
唐手 older spelling
1 Noun
Karate (The Martial Art)
A traditional martial art originating in Okinawa that utilizes striking techniques with the hands, feet, knees, and elbows.
Example
弟 は 子供 の 時 から 空手 を 習って います 。
My younger brother has been learning karate since he was a child.
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2 Noun
Empty-handed
The literal state of having nothing in one’s hands, often implying a lack of weapons or material gain.
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