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武道
budou
Description
武道は、剣道や柔道のような日本の伝統的な戦いの技を学ぶものです。
Budō involves learning traditional Japanese fighting techniques like kendo and judo.
武道では、強くなるだけでなく、心や礼儀も大切にします。
In budō, not only becoming strong but also the mind and manners are important.
Meanings
武道budou
martial arts; traditional Japanese fighting disciplines
子供の頃から武道を習っています。
I have been practicing martial arts since I was a child.
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Notes
- Etymology
武 (martial, military) + 道 (way, path) — literally 'the martial way'.
- Nuance
武道 emphasizes spiritual and moral discipline, unlike 武術 which stresses technique.
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