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Judo term

Waza

Pronunciation
wah-zah
Meaning
Technique

In Judo

Waza is the Japanese word for a Judo technique. It also appears in family names such as nage-waza and katame-waza.

Lessons that teach this

  • WazaLearn the different types of waza.
  • ReviewReview the core words and concepts from the previous lessons.

Core Concepts

The big ideas that define Judo.

Quick check

What does waza mean in Judo?

Reveal answer

Technique.

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