ยูโด
judo
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This word refers to judo, the Japanese martial art and competitive sport based on throws and grappling techniques.
judo
It refers to the Japanese martial art and sport in which competitors use throws and ground techniques.
Learning notes
Explanation
ยูโด is a loanword from Japanese and is the standard Thai name for judo as both a martial art and a competitive sport. Common combinations include เล่นยูโด for “do judo,” เรียนยูโด for “learn judo,” and ฝึกยูโด for “practice judo.” The name of the sport itself is not normally counted with a classifier.
Usage
It is commonly used when discussing hobbies, martial arts lessons, training at a school or dojo, athletes’ backgrounds, and sporting events such as the Olympics.
Caution
To say “do judo,” เล่นยูโด is the usual expression; ทำยูโด is not the standard choice. Judo should not be confused with คาราเต้ (karate) or ยิวยิตสู (jiu-jitsu).