🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Arts martiaux externes

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Ars mar-syoh ex-tairn

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
External Martial Arts/ɪkˈstɜrnəl ˈmɑrtʃəl ɑrts/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Les arts martiaux externes se concentrent sur les techniques physiques."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A category of martial arts that emphasizes physical techniques, strength, and external movements.

    "Many practitioners of external martial arts focus on developing speed and power in their strikes."
  2. 2

    Styles of martial arts that are characterized by their emphasis on combat and physical prowess rather than internal energy or meditation.

    "External martial arts include disciplines such as karate and taekwondo."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'martial arts' originates from the Latin 'martialis', meaning 'of Mars', the Roman god of war. 'External' refers to styles that emphasize physical techniques and combat skills, contrasting with 'internal' styles that focus on energy and meditation. The phrase has evolved to encompass various fighting systems from different cultures, particularly in East Asia.

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