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Meaning of ukemi | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

Definitions

The set of breakfall and roll techniques used by uke to safely fall and accept attacks from tori.

uncountable

Examples

“This will also tend to assist in the development of a good style, for it is noticeable that those men with the 'best' and 'freest' styles are also those with the most effective ukemi.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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