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martial arts (noun)

Martial arts are sports that involve fighting or self-defense, such as karate, judo, or kung fu. They are practiced for many reasons, including fitness, competition, and mental discipline.

💬 Example

"I go to the gym to practice martial arts every weekend."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Mars' (the god of war) and 'Arts' (like painting, but with fighting). Martial Arts = War Arts.

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🔗 Synonyms
combat sports fighting arts self-defense fighting styles disciplines
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Spelling it as 'marital arts'. → martial arts

Saying 'I do a martial art' as a general statement. → I practice martial arts.

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