Martial arts is a popular sport that originated in China and has spread all over the world However when it comes to pronouncing the names of the martial arts in English many people find it challenging In this article we will guide you through the pronunciation of some of the most popular martial arts in English

Kung Fu

Kung Fu is the most well-known martial art in the world It is a Chinese term that means “skill” or “effort” and it includes various styles such as Wushu Tai Chi and Wing Chun When it comes to the pronunciation of Kung Fu it can be difficult for English speakers The first word “Kung” is pronounced like “Gong” with a hard “G” sound at the beginning The second word “Fu” is pronounced like “Foo” with a short “oo” sound Therefore the correct pronunciation of Kung Fu is “Gong Foo”

Taekwondo

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art that emphasizes agility speed and flexibility It is a popular sport that has been included in the Olympic Games since 2000 The pronunciation of Taekwondo can be challenging for English speakers The first syllable “Tae” is pronounced like “Tie” with a short “i” sound The second syllable “Kwon” is pronounced like “Kwon” with a long “o” sound The final syllable “Do” is pronounced like “Dough” with a long “o” sound Therefore the correct pronunciation of Taekwondo is “Tie Kwon Dough”

Judo

Judo is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes throwing grappling and submission techniques The pronunciation of Judo is simple for English speakers It is pronounced like “Joo-doh” with a long “oo” sound in the first syllable and a short “oh” sound in the second syllable

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