Aiuchi | 2 simultaneous strikes |
Aite | Opponent |
Aka | Red |
Ao | Blue |
Atoshi Baraku | “Fight will end soon,” often indicating 30 seconds left in match |
Chui | Warning |
Encho-sen | Extension of match |
Hajime | Begin, Start |
Hansoku chui | Warning with penalty |
Hantei | Judgement, Decision |
Hikiwake | Tie |
Ippon | One point |
Ippon kumite | One-point sparring |
Kachi | Win |
Keikoku | Warning with penalty |
Jikan | Time |
Jogai | Warning given when competitor steps out of ring |
Maai | Distance |
Make | Loss |
Minai/Mienai | Cannot see |
Mumobi | Warning with lack of regard for one’s own safety |
Sanbon kumite | Three-point sparring |
Shikakku | Disqualification from tournament |
Shiro | White |
Shugo | Judge’s gathering |
Torimasen | Insufficient technique |
Tsutsukete | Continue! Fight on! |
Waza ari | Half point |