Abara = The ribsAbunai = Dangerous, risky. Lookout!Achira = That directionAgaru = To rise; to ascend; to rise in rankAgatsu = Self victoryAge uke = Rising blockAge zuki = Rising punchAgo = Jaw, chinAgura o kaku = To sit cross-leggedAhoo = Fool; idiot; blockheadAi = Combined, togetherAi = Harmony or unificationAi Hanmi = Mutual stanceAi nuke = Mutual preservationAi Nuke = Mutual escapeAi uchi = Mutual destructionAi Uchi = Mutual killAigamae = Harmonious stance. Same as Ai-hanmi basicallyAigamae-ate = Harmonious stance thrustAigame Ate = Regular stance attack, 2nd teaching of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Atemi Waza)Aikawarazu = As usual; as alwaysAiki = Blending of ki. Universal life energy, the creative principle of lifeAiki = Blending or harmonising of KiAiki - ken = Aikido sword techniquesAiki Nage = Aiki throw, throws by body movement onlyAiki no kurai . = The secret of Aiki, the highest consciousness of AikiAiki Okami = The great spirit of AikiAiki otoshi = entering more deeply and picking up uke's off-side legAiki Otoshi = Aiki drop, entering deeply and picking up Uke’s legAiki taiso = Aikido exercisesAiki Taiso = Basic Aikido co-ordination exercisesAikido = The Way of harmonyAikido = The way of harmony with KiAikidoka = One who practices AikidoAikidoka = A practitioner of AikidoAikijitsu = Strategies of HarmonyAiko = A tie; even matchAikuchi = Tanto style blade, mounted with no Tsuba for women to carryAite = Companion; partner, adversaryAitsuide = One after another; successivelyAnshin = Peace of mindAntei = Stability; equilibriumAnzen = SafetyArigato = Thank you (informal)

Arigato gozaimasita = Thank youArigato gozaimasu = Thank youAshi = Leg, FootAshi = Sometimes means leg, sometimes means footAshi barai = Foot sweepAshi Sabaki = FootworkAshi uke = Leg blocksAshi waza = Foot techniquesAshibo Kake Uke = Leg hooking blockAshikubi = AnkleAsoko = Over thereAssaku = Pressure; compressionAtama = HeadAtari = SuccessAte = StrikeAte waza = Elbow strikesAtemi = StrikesAtemi = Strike to the weak points of the bodyAtemi waza = Striking techniquesAtemi Waza = Striking techniques (1st set of techniques from Tomiki Kihon No Kata)Ato = Move backAtooshi 0 suru = To push from behindAuto = Japanese pronunciation of the English word out; specifically, out of playAwase = To bring togetherAwase = Partner practiceAwashi zuki = Combination "U" punchAya Dori = Cross shaped entanglement throw, also known as Juji GarameAyumi-Ashi = Crossing feet (normal walking), also known as Hiraki AshiBan = Evening; nightBassai dai = To penetrate a fortress, majorBassai uke = Bassai block, first movement of the kata Bassai daiBatta = Drawing and cutting with a swordBenchi = BenchBenjo = ToiletBo = WoodBo = Wooden staff about 6 feet in lengthBogyo = DefenseBokken = Wooden sword used in practiceBokken = Wooden sword, also known as BukotoBokuto = Wooden swordBu = Martial ardor. In Aikido, Bu signifies valor and indomitable spirit, not contention and strife. Aikido is the ultimate expression of Bu, which originally meant to prevent two weapons from coming together. To stop weapons. To stop war. The Chinese character

Budo = Martial wayBudoka = One who practices budoBujutsu = Fighting techniquesBuki = Arms; weaponsBukoto = Wooden sword, also known as bokkenBunkai = Application of kata technique through kumiteBushi = WarriorBushido = Warrior's Code. The way of the warriorBushido = The way of the warriorChi = fourChi = Wisdom,intelligence. Blood. EarthChi no kokyu = (the breath of earth) The second stage of breath-meditationChidori Ashi = Cross-over feet (zig-zag step)Chikara = Strength, might, power, forceChikara = PowerChikara No Dashikata = Extension of powerChin kon ki shin = (calming the spirit and returning to the divine.) The practice of a special meditation technique intended to aid one in joining withthe universal spirit and to help one understand the divine mission that it is one's life goal to fulfillChokaku Waza = The exercise where one leaps as one executes a movementChokkaku = Right anglesChoku zuki = Straight punch, typically from kiba dachiChokusen = ChokusenChokusen = DirectChokusen no irimi = (direct entry) The irimi technique in which one enters directly behind one's parterChokusen No Irimi = Direct entryChototsu = Atemi point between the eyesChudan = Middle Level, middle kamae, sword in middle, seigan is a chudan gamaeChudan = Middle positionChudan gamae = Posture with hands at middle levelChudan uke . = Midsection blockChudan-zuki = A punch to the abdominal regionChushin = CenterDai Gokyo = See GokyoDai Ikkyo = See IkkyoDai Nikyo = See NikyoDai Rokyo = See RokyoDai Sankyo = See SankyoDai Yonkyo = See YonkyoDaitai = The thighDaito = Long swordDaito-ryu = A traditional system of Aikijutsu. The Daito in Daito-ryu does not mean Long Sword. It was the name of the castle of the founder of Aiki-jujitsu, Lord Shinra Saburo

YoshimitsuDan = Degree level, black belt, More advanced ranks from 1 to 10: Shodan, nidan, sandan, yondan, godan, rokudan, nanadan, hachidan, kudan, judanDan = Black belt rankDan Zuki = Consecutive punchingDarui . = To be dull; to feel languid; feel heavyDashinuke = Suddenness; abruptnessDashinuke ni = Suddenly; abruptlyDashinuke o kurau = To be taken by surpriseDatchoo Hernia; = ruptureDatotsushu = Strikes, punches, and kicksDatotsushu = Strikes, punches and kicksDatsu ryoku = Without strength, relaxedDe-ashi-harai = Advanced foot sweepDenko = Atemi point at the floating ribsDeshi = Student, pupil, discipleDeshi = Student, discipleDo = Way, the way ofDo = A cut to the side of the bodyDo = Way/pathDo itashimashite = Don't mention it. You're welcomeDo no tanden = Middle body trainingDodai = Foundation; basisDogi = Uniform, commonly referred to as giDogi = Training costume, also known as Gi or Keiko GiDogi dori = Grasps to the dogiDohai = One's equalDojo = Training hall (formally a term used by Buddhist priests in reference to their place of worship)Dojo = Literally place of the wayDojo Cho = The head of the dojoDojo-cho = Leader of a dojoDokko = Pressure point behind the earDokuro = SkullDokyoo = Spirit; courageDomo = Thanks (informal)Domo arigato = Thank you (formal)Domo arigato gozaimashita = Thank you very muchDomo Arigato Gozaimashita = Thank you very much (said at end of practise)Domo arigato gozaimasu = Thank you very much (very formal) (for something that is happening)Domo, Doomo - . = very; much; rather; quiteDookaku = Same rank, status, ectDookoo = Pupil of the eyeDoozo = Please, go aheadDori = Take, grab, grasp. To controlDosa = Drill, exerciseDoshi = Comrade, friend (used among fellow Aikidoka)

Doshu = Grandmaster. Honorary title for the master of an ArtDoshu = Grand master or head of the wayDotto = All of the sudden; suddenly; with a rushDozo = Please go aheadE = a particle (a type of Japanese grammatical word) denoting: to, toward, in the direction ofEmbu gi = Demonstration top / uniformEmbusen = The floor pattern of a kataEmpi = The elbowEmpi Uchi = Elbow strikeEmpi-uchi = Elbow strikeEn no irimi = Circular entryEngi = Interdependent originationEnten-jizui = Moving and turning freelyEri = Lapel; neck; neckband; collarEri = CollarEri Tori = Collar grabEri zukami = Collar graspFudo dachi = Immovable stanceFudo Dachi = Rooted stanceFudo no shiei = Immovable posture. Sitting or standing, one must always be in an immovable posture. Not rigid but imperturbableFudo No Shisei = Immoveable posture, mind focused on one point, body relaxed and Ki flowingFujubun = Not enough power !Fukurahagi = Calf of the legFukushidoin = Assistant instructorFukushiki-kokyu = Abdominal breathingFukuto = Atemi point just above inside of kneeFumidashi = Step forwardFumihazusu = To miss (lose) one's footingFumikiri = Cutting kickFumikomi = Stamping kickFumikomi age uke = Stepping in rising blockFumikomi Geri = Stamping kickFumikomi shuto uke = Stepping in knife hand blockFumikomi soto ude uke = Stepping in outside forearm blockFumikomi uchi ude uke = Stepping in inside forearm blockFumikomi uke = Stepping in blocks, advancing in to gain the distance advantageFumitodomaru = To stand one's ground, remainFunakegi = Rowing motionFunekogi Undo = Rowing exercise, moving voiced meditation for breathing and posture, also known as TorifuneFuri Kaburi = Sword raising movementFutari Gake = Two man attack, also known as Ni Nin GakeGaeshi = To reverseGaeshi = Outward turning movement or counter, to reverse to rotate, to revolve, also known as Tenkai, Kaeshi, or Kaiten

Gai yuku = Ki has escapedGaiwan gedan uke = See gedan baraiGaiwan kakiwake uke = Outside forearm push asideGaki = Foot StopGamae = Fighting positionGamae = A posture or stance of readiness either with or without weapon, also known as Hanmi or KamaeGanmen = The faceGanseki otoshi = Arm bar with elbow braced over shoulderGari = SweepGaruma = WheelGassho uke = Joined palm blockGasshuku = Lodging together, training campGatame = ArmlocksGawa = Outside; sideGedan = Lower-levelGedan = Lower positionGedan Ate = Lower part attack, 4th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Atemi Waza)Gedan barai = Low blockGedan gamae = Gamae with hands at lower levelGedan keage = Lower level downward kickGedan uke = Low level blockGedan Ura Mawashi = Lower level hooking kickGedan-barai = Downward blockGedan-zuki = Downward punchGeiko = Alternative pronunciation of Keiko, practiceGekon = Pressure point below lower lipGendaito = Modern sword (made roughly in the 20th century)Genshin = IntuitionGeri = KickGi = Training uniform., also honor, justiceGi = Training costume, also known as dogi or Keiko GiGiri = Duty; What you have to do, cutGiri (1) = Cut, also known as KiriGiri (2) = Obligation or debtGo = fiveGo no sen = Seize the initiative later, allow opponent to attack firstGokoku = Pressure point in fleshy area between thumb and forefingerGokui = Secret; secret principlesGokyo = Fifth Form, "arm stretching"Gokyo = 5th teaching, Ude Nobashi or arm stretch, also known as Dai Gokyo, Gokyo Ude NobashiGokyo Ude Nobashi = See GokyoGomen = Pardon, permissionGomen nasai = Excuse me, I'm sorryGoshin = Self defenseGoshin ho = Self defense method

Gou No Keiko = To practise hard with full strength, mostly with basic techniques, see also Jyu No Keiko and Ryu No KeikoGozaimasu, Arimasu = There is, there areGuruma = To spin, as one would a wheelGyaku = Reverse, opposite, invertedGyaku hanmi = (reverse stance, mirror image) When both partners have opposite feet forward. Reverse hanmi stanceGyaku Hanmi = Opposing stanceGyaku kokutsu dachi = Reverse back stanceGyaku te tori = cross-hand grab, e.g. left to leftGyaku Yokomen Uchi = Reverse vertical strike to side of headGyaku zenkutsu dachi = Reverse front stanceGyakugamae katatedori = Right hand grasp to left wrist, or left hand grasp to right wristGyakute dori = Reverse gripGyakute dori-kote hineri . = Nikko, kote-mawashi, reverse grip kote hineriGyakute-dori = To grasp with one's hand reversed; to grasp and opponents right wrist with your left handGyaku-zuki = Reverse punchGyukugamae Ate = Reverse stance attack, 3rd teaching of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Atemi Waza)Hachi = eightHachi ji dachi = Foot position looks like katakana character for "8" , Fig. 8 stance, open stanceHachiji Dachi = Open leg stanceHadakajime = Bare-hand strangleHai = YesHai yame = Please stopHaimen hasami uchi = Rear scissors strikeHaishin Undo = After practise back bending exerciseHaishu = Back of the handHaishu = BackhandHaishu juji uke = Back hand "X" blockHaishu uke = Back hand blockHaishu Uke = Backhand blockHaisoku ashi barai = Sweep with instepHaito = RidgehandHaito = Ridge handHaito soto uke = Outside ridge hand blockHaito sukui nage = Ridge hand block trippingHaito Uchi = Ridge handHaito uchi uke = Inside ridge hand blockHaito uke = Ridge hand blockHaiwan = Back of forearmHaiwan gedan uke = Low block with back of forearmHaiwan uke = Back arm blockHajimae = Begin, start

Hajime = BeginHajime = Please startHajimemashite = How do you do? (When introduced to someone for the first time.)Hakama = Split skirt, wide legged pantsHakama = Divided skirt usually worn by black-belt ranksHakyo = 8th principle - Nikkyo in which his elbow is in your armpit and his hand is pulled forward; Pinning their hand with your footHanashi = Talk, conversationHanashi Waza = Escape from holds, also known as Hazushi WazaHanashi-waza = Techniques from escaping from holds; also known as hazushi-wazaHanasu = To speak, talk, converse; to tellHanbun ni suru = To divide into halvesHane-goshi = Spring hip-throwHan'enkei . = SemicircleHangetsu dachi = Half moon stance, from the kata HangetsuHangetsu Dachi = Half moon or hourglass stanceHanmi = Half facing postureHanmi = A posture or stance of readiness either with or without weapon, also known as Kamae or GamaeHanmi Hadachi = Half stance, Nage is kneeling and Uke is attacking from standingHanmi Handachi = Position with Nage sitting, Uke standing, also known as Hanza HantachiHanmi-handachi waza = One person standing, one person sitting techniquesHanshi = Highest title from ZNKR, must be 55 or older and 8 danHantai = Opposition; contradiction, in reverse order, the other way aroundHantai = In reverse orderHantai ni = In the opposite directionHanza Handachi = Tori is kneeling and opponent attacks from a standing positionHanza Hantachi = Position with Nage sitting, Uke standing, also known as Hanmi HandachiHappo = Eight directions. All directionsHappo = Eight directionsHappo Giri = Eight direcion cuttingHappo Undo = Eight direction exerciseHappo-baraki = To be totally aware of ones surroundingsHara = The abdomen, stomachHara = Body’s center of mass, centre of life energyHarai = A movement to sweep opponents sword or jo away or down also refers to sweeping opponents legsHarai-goshi = Sweeping loin throwHarai-tsurikomi-ashi = Lifting foot sweep

Harigaya Usai Sekiun = A renowned seventeenth century swordsmanHasami uchi = Scissors strikeHasami uke = Scissors blockHasami zuki = Scissors punchHasso = Sword held level and hands at shoulder levelHasso = Posture with sword or jo held vertically at right shoulder, see also Hasso No KamaeHasso Gaeshi = Movement from basic stance to Hasso postureHasso gamae = Figure 8 stance, sword by side of head. Usually hasso hidari, sword on right, left foot forwardHasso No Kamae = Figure eight stance, posture with sword or jo held vertically at right shoulder, see also Hasso No KamaeHayaku = QuicklyHazushi Waza = Escape from holds, also known as Hanashi WazaHeian = Peaceful mindHeian godan = Peaceful mind fifth levelHeian nidan = Peaceful mind second levelHeian sandan = Peaceful mind third levelHeian shodan = Peaceful mind first levelHeian yondan = Peaceful mind fourth levelHeiko = ParallelHeiko dachi = Parallel foot stanceHeiko ura zuki = Parallel back punchHeiko zuki = Parallel punchHeiko-dachi = Parallel stanceHeisoku dachi = Feet together stance, position for standing bowHenka waza = Varied technique. Especially beginning one technique and changing to another in mid-executionHenka Waza = Varied technique especially beginning one technique and changing to another in mid-executionHera = Peg in back of hakamaHidari = Left (direction)Hidari = LeftHidari gamae = Left leg forward fighting positionHidari Gamae = Left stance, also known as Hidari HanmiHidari Hanmi = Left stance, also known as Hidari GamaeHidari ho = Left sideHidari ni = To the leftHifu = SkinHiji = ElbowHiji barai = Elbow sweep, from the kata Heian yondanHiji dori = Elbow grabHiji Jime = Elbow lock, also known as Ude Higishi or arm smashing, see RokyoHiji Ki = Elbow power

Hiji mochi no tsukuri = Technique structure of grasping of the arm with both hands (kansetsu waza)Hiji Shime = See Hiji JimeHiji Tori = Elbow grabHiji Tori = Elbow holdHiji waza = Elbow techniquesHiji Waza = Elbow techniques (2nd set of techniques from Tomiki Kihon No Kata)Hijiri = SageHiji-zume = Atemi point on inside of elbowHiki = Prefix denoting pulling or drawingHiki Otoshi = Pull drop, 17th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Uki Waza)Hiki Taoshi = Pull down, 8th technique from Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Hiji Waza)Hiki Tate Geiko = Freestyle practise with some resitance between partnersHikitaoshi = Pulling dropHikitate = Favor; patronageHikitate geiko = Freestyle practice with some resistance from ukeHiki-te = Pulling armHikkishiken = Written examinationHiku = To draw; to attract; to leadHineri = A twistHineri Waza = Throws by twisting Ukes headHiraki Ashi = Crossing feet (normal walking), also known as Ayumi AshiHiriki = Elbow powerHitai = Forehead; browHito = Human beingHitoemi = Equal stance, feet parallel forwardHitomei = Equal stance with feet parallel, also known as Mu GamaeHitori waza = invisible partner practiceHiza = KneeHiza ate = Knee strikeHiza uke = knee blockHiza-gatame = Knee-elbow lockHiza-guruma = Knee wheelHoko = Spear. One of the component elements in the kanjibuHombu Dojo = The international headquarters of Aikido, the head dojoHombu Dojo = A term used to refer to the central dojo of an organizationHon = Prefix denoting: true; proper; originalHon-kesa-gatame = Side collar holdHontai = True formHontai no tsukuri = Technique structure, doing the actual technique (atemi waza)

Hontai no Tsukuri = True entering, a real application. (atemiwaza)Hyoshi = RhythmI = StomachIaigoshi = A form of crouchingIaito = Dull katanaIbuki = A breathing method featuring a long exhalation, followed by a short cough to clear lungsIchi = oneIchimonji = A straight lineIdo = MovementIdori = Techniques practiced from seizaIdoryoku = Locomotive power, the power of movementIie = NoIki = Breath. Iki refers more to the physical act of respiration,while kokyu signifies the deeper cosmological aspects of breathingIkken hissatsu = To finish with one blowIkki-ni = In one breath; instantlyIkkyo = First Form or principle, "arm pin"Ikkyo = 1st teaching, Ude Osae or arm pin, also known as Dai Ikkyo, Ikkyo Ude Osae and in Tomiki Aikido Oshi Taoshi or push downIkkyo Ude Osae = See IkkyoIma = NowInazuma = LightningIn-ibuki = Internal (quiet) breathingI-omote = Rush matting. Grass mattingIppon-ken = An one-knuckle fistIrimi = EnteringIrimi = Entering movement with a step or slideIrimi nage = Entering throw ("20 year technique")Irimi nage = Entering throw. The second of three pillars of Aikido throwing techniques. A throw whose main element is irimiIrimi Nage (Shomen) = Entering throw (front approach), sometimes called 20 year techniqueIrimi Nage (Sokumen) = Entering throw (side approach), sometimes called 20 year technique, in Tomiki Aikido known as Gyakugamae Ate or reverse stance strikeIrimi Tenkan = Entering and turning, sometimes called Tai SabakiIrimi-ate = Irimi thrust - Entering thrustJiju waza = Free-style practice of techniques. Usually a set of attacks or techniques. It is different from Randori where everything is allowedJin = BenevolenceJin no kokyu = The breath of human beings. The third stage of breath meditationJinchu = Pressure point on upper lip below nose

Jinkai-kyusho = Vital points on the human bodyJintai = The bodyJiyu waza = Free style techniques/practiceJiyu Waza = Free-style practice of techniques, free form techniquesJiyu-kumite = Free fighting or sparringJo = Wooden staff, usually about 4 feet by 15/16" and commonly made of white oakJo = Wooden staff about 4'-5' in lengthJo Dosa = Jo exercisesJo Tori = Jo taking exercises or techniquesJodan = Upper level, sword above head. Usually hidari jodan, left foot forwardJodan = Upper positionJodan Gaeshi = Circular movement with jo aimed at upper part of opponents bodyJodan gamae = Gamae with hands at upper levelJodan uke = Upper level blockJodan-zuki = Upper strikeJo-dori = Jo taking. Techniques for disarming an opponent armed with a joJoseki = Upper side of the mat, opposite the shimosekiJoseki = Upper side of the matsJoseki ni rei = Bow to the high section of the dojoJoza = Seat of honour, upper seat of mat, also known as KamizaJu = tenJudo = Gentle wayJuizo = The kidney areaJuji = Crossing of the handsJuji Garame = Cross shaped entanglement throw, also known as Aya DoriJuji Jime = Cross-hand chokeJuji jime . = Crossed hands chokeJuji nage = Arm entwining throw ("No. 10 throw", since the arms form the japanese sign for 10 "+". arms crossed, elbows locked)Juji uke = "X" blockJuji-gatame = Cross arm-lockJumbi taiso = Aikido exercisesJumbi Taiso = Collective term given to Aikido exercisesJunanahon no kata = Randori kata, 17 technique kataJunchu = Atemi point on the upper lipJuntedori = Normal gripJyu Nana Hon No Kata = 17 basic techniques of Tomiki Aikido, also known as Kihon Waza or Kihon No KataJyu No Keiko = To practise softly with principle of nonresistance but still practising attack and defence, see also Gou No Keiki and Ryu On KeikoKachihayabi = Victory at the speed of sunlight

Kado Nage = Thows to the front cornerKaeshi = Outward turning movement or counter, to reverse, to rotate, to revolve, also known as Gaeshi, Tenkai, or KaitenKaeshi waza = Counter techniquesKaeshi Waza = Reversals, escaping from techniques, counter attack techniquesKaeshi zuki = Counter thrustKagi zuki = Hook punchKagi-zaki = Hook punchKagura mai = Dance of the godsKaicho = Owner of school (organization) eg. Sei Do KaiKaiden = Master's certificate. The final license awarded according to the classical martial art teaching systemKaiso = Founder. Ueshiba Morihei is commonly referred to by either this term or by O-sensei, "Great Teacher"Kaiten = Turning of the bodyKaiten = Outward turning movement or counter, to reverse, to rotate, to revolve, also known as Gaeshi, Kaeshi, or TenkaiKaiten Ashi = Forward step forward with back foot and pivotKaiten nage = Rotary throw. uchi-kaiten nage and soto-kaiten nage (inside and outside)Kaiten Nage (Soto) = Rotary throw (outside), also known as Tenkai Nage (Soto), in Tomiki Aikido known as Ude Hineri or arm twistKaiten Nage (Uchi) = Rotary throw (inside), also known as Tenkai Nage (Uchi)Kaiten-juki = The axis of rotation of a techniqueKaiti kakiwake uke = Knife hand push asideKakae dori = Bear hug from behindKakae Dori = Bearhug grab from behindKakari Geiko = Freestyle practice with no resistance. Usually with only basic techniquesKakari Geiko = Freestyle practice with no resistance and usually only basic style techniquesKakato = The heel of the footKakato ashi barai = Sweep with heelKake shuto uke = Hooking knife hand blockKake uke = Hooking blockKakiwakeru = To push asideKakiwake-uke = Wedging blockKakuto = Back of the wrist (for a strike)Kamae = A posture or stance of readiness. There are many different stances, and with each stance there are different positions for the hands or weapon: the Jodan/High position, Chudan/Middle position, Gedan/Low positionKamae = A posture or stance of readiness either with or without weapon, also known as Hanmi or GamaeKamae-te = Get into position !Kami = God(s), deity, divine spirit, holy inspiration, guardianangel, exalted human being. The Japanese

conception of kami has no direct parallel in Western religious terminology. Kami-sama was the Founder's expression for the Ultimate Principle of the universeKami zukami = Hair graspKami-shiho-gatame = Four quarter holdKamiza = Upper seat on the mat, opposite the shimozaKamiza (1) = A small Shrine frequently located at the front of a dojoKamiza (2) = Seat of honour, upper seat of mat, also known as JozaKamiza ni rei = Bow to kamiza (gods)Kan = House, hall, building, IntuitionKanasha = Gratitude. Aikido places great emphasis on the expression of gratitude, not just to our instructors and fellow practitioners, but to all membersof society and all elements of creationKancho = Owner of school (building, hall) eg. Yugen KanKangeiko = Cold practice, winter trainingKaniwaza = Scissor take downKanji = Chinese characters, ideographsKanku dai = To view the sky, majorKannagara = The stream of God. The flow of creative energy which reaches from the past into the futureKannagara no michi = Way of the Japanese emperor and of the godsKansetsu = JointKansetsu uchi = Joint strikeKansetsu waza = Joint techniques, Dislocation TechniquesKansetsu waza = Joint techniquesKansetsu Waza = Joint manipulation techniquesKao tsuki = Punch to the faceKao Tsuki = Punch to faceKara = EmptyKarame = To tie up; to arrestKarami = An entanglementKarate = Empty hand fightingKarate do = The way of empty handKarateka = Karate practitionerKarui-geiko = Light, easy practiceKaruma = like waki gamae, blade horizontalKashaki-uchi = Continuous attackKashi = LegsKasumi = Arms crossed over to hide technique (mountain mist)Kata = Shoulder. Also means 'form' practice of pre-arranged exercises(s)Kata (1) = A form or prescribed pattern of movementKata (2) = ShoulderKata dori = Shoulder Grab or HoldKata hiza dachi = One knee stance

Kata Ju Ji Jime = Left hand to left lapel (four fingers inside, thumb outside and pointing up), right hand over left to right lapel (four fingers outside, thumb inside and pointing down)Kata menuchi = shoulder grab and strike to the headKata Tori = Shoulder grabKata Tori = One hand grab to shoulderKatagatame = A variation of Kaiten nage where you lock your opponents shoulder and bring him directly to the ground in a lockKata-gatame = Single shoulder holdKata-ha-jime = Singlewing strangleKatajujijime = Half cross strangleKatame = Hold or lock, as in "wakigatame"Katame Waza = Locking and pinning techniques, also known as Osae WazaKatame-waza = Grappling techniques; consisting of osae waza, kensetsu waza, and shime wazaKatana = Japanese sword; blade. Medium length long sword. Customarily worn in a scabbard with the cutting edge up, the scabbard thrust through a sash at the hip. When the sword is attached to the sash with a connecting cord and worn with the cutting edge down, itKatana = What is vulgarly called a samurai swordKatate = One hand (left or right)Kata-te = A single handKatate dori = same side wrist grab, e.g. right to leftKatate dori han tai = same as gyaku te toriKatate ryote = Grasp with both hands to one wristKatate Tori = One hand grab of opponents mirror hand or wristKatate Tori = One hand grab to wristKatate Tori Ryote Mochi = Two hands grab to wrist or two hands grab to two wristsKatate-uchi = One-handed strikeKatsu Hayabi = Victory at the speed of lightKatsu jin ken = The saving of your enemy's life. The sword that saves lifeKatsu Jin Ken = The sword that saves lifeKazaumi lse no Kami = Founder of the Shin Kage sword school.NobutsenaKeichu = Atemi point on back of neckKeiko = Practice session; trainingKeiko = Study or practice, training with spirit and commitmentKeiko Gi = Training costume (formal name), also known as Gi or dogiKeiko gi, do gi, gi = Practice uniformKen = Japanese sword. Also FistKen jitsu = Sword techniques. Aikido techniques performed while holding a swordKen Koshiita = Back plate for hakama

Ken Suburi = Sword matching exercisesKen Tori = Sword takingKendo = The modern art of Japanese fencingKenkokotsu = Shoulder bladesKenkyo = Confidence with modestyKensho = EnlightenmentKensho = Enlightenment see also Mokuso and SatoriKentsui uchi = Hammer fist strikeKeri = KickKeru = To kickKesa = Lapel / part of monk's costume hanging from left shoulderKesa = Sash worn diagonally across the chest by Buddist priestsKesa giri = A diagonal cut across the bodyKesa Giri = Cutting through the body diagonally across the chestKeta Tsuki = Kick to stomachKete tsuki = Kick to the gutKi = Spirit, vital forceKi = Combined mind, spirit and energy vital-force, essence of universal creative energyKi Ga Nukeru = Loss of KiKi Musubi No Tachi = Sword of uniting KiKi No Musubi = Uniting Ki with that of opponentsKi No Nagare = Flow of KiKi Wo Dasu = Allowing Ki to flowKi Wo Neru = Training Ki by visualising itKi Wo Totonoeru = Preparation of Ki by maintaining calmness, breathing correctly and focussing mindKiai = A shout delivered for the purpose of focussing all of one's energyKiai = A shout delivered for the purpose of focussing all of one’s energyKiba dachi = Horse riding stanceKihon = FundamentalKihon Dosa = Fundamental movementKihon gohan kumite = Basic five-step sparringKihon ippon kumite = Basic one-step sparringKihon No Kata = The 17 basic techniques of Tomiki Aikido, also known as Jyu Nana Hon Kata and Kihon WazaKihon no tsukuri = Basic structure of techniquesKihon sanbon kumite = Basic three-step sparringKihon ura waza = Basic counter techniquesKihon waza = Basic techniquesKihon Waza (1) = The most formal way of doing a technique or demonstrating itKihon Waza (2) = The 17 basic techniques of Tomiki Aikido, also known as Jyu Nana Hon Kata and Kihon No KataKikai tanden = Ocean field of ki. In the Orient, one's physical

and spiritual center is thought to be located about two inches beneath one's navel inthe kikai tanden. As the source of physical strength and mental power, it must be nourished through kokyu and ki developmKikan = TracheaKiku = LowerKime = Focus, a lock using nerve centersKime = Bending the joint in the direction of natural movmentKime waza = Decisive techniqueKimi = Pressure point, see YonkyoKimi Osae = Forearm pin, see YonkyoKimusubi = Linking ki. To be linked to the ki of another person or thing is to be in kimusube, a fertile state that fosters new life. When the ki of a man and the ki of a woman comes together in kimusube, a new being is createdKin geri = Groin kickKi-o-tsuki = Attention !Kiri = Cut, also known as GiriKiri age = A cut or slash upwardKiri Gaeshi = Large diagonal cut, sword finishing in Wake Gamae positionKiri hiraku = To cut and openKiri Otoshi = Dropping cutKirihiraku = Cut and open. Encompases the belief that the movements of the aiki sword cut off defilements and open a path for spiritual progressKirikami = First certificate. The initial license granted according to the classical martial art teaching systemKiritsu = To stand at attention, heels together, toes at 45 degreesKiso = FundamentalsKiyotsukete = Be carefulKiza = Kneeling, but up on the toesKiza = Sitting stance (seiza up on toes)Kizami geri = Front legKizami gyaku zuki = Reverse jab punchKizami zuki = Jab punchKo = Small or minorKo Ho = Same as Ushiro (from the back)Ko ho no kuzushi = Balance breaking from the rearKo ho ryote dori = Grasp both wrists from behindKo ho tento = Falling backwardsKo ho ukemi = Backward breakfallKobudo = Classical Japanese martial artsKobukan = The name of the Founder's original training hall in TokyoKogeki = AttackKohai = Junior student. Anyone who begins the study of AikidoKohai = A student junior to oneself

Koho Tento Undo = Backward rollKoho Ukemi Undo = Backward rollKoi = A type of goldfishKojiki = Japanese myths of originKoko = Area between thumb and forefingerKokoro = Spirit, heart, or mind. EssenceKokoro = Heart or mindKokoro-gamae = Mental attitudeKokutsu = Backward leaningKokutsu dachi = Back stanceKo-kutsu-dachi = Back stanceKokyu = Breath power...the coordination of ki flow with breathingKokyu = Breath, power of breath and life force, co-ordination of Ki flow and breathingKokyu dosa = A method of off-balancing and pinning your partner with your 'ki' instead of with your physical powerKokyu ho = morotetori kokyu nage or ryotemochi kokynage ude-oroshi irimiKokyu Ho = Breath power exerciseKokyu Ho Undo = Wrist lead exerciseKokyu nage = Breath throw (There are a zillion of these in Aikido. Most of them just variations of the basic techniques)Kokyu Nage = Breath throwKokyu No Henka = Breath changesKokyu Ryoku No Yosei Ho = Breath power development exerciseKokyu tanden ho = An exercise in musubi, in blending the rhythm of your vital energies with those of your partnerKokyu Tenkan Ho = Breath turning exerciseKokyu-roku = Breath power. The irresistible power that emanates from true kokyuKokyu-undo = Breath movement. Techniques used to develop kokyu-roku. They are performed sitting (suwari) and standing (tate), either individually or with a partnerKomban wa = Good eveningKomi = Coming close or drawing nearKonban wa = Good eveningKongo = Blade vertical in front of faceKonnichi wa = Hello! Good day (after 10 am)Koryu . = Traditional, old wayKosa dachi = Cross legged stanceKosa Dori = Cross grip to lapels of GiKosa uke = Crossing blockKosadori = hand grab (katatedori ai-hanmi)Kosetsu = FractureKoshi = Hips, waist (also spelled Goshi)Koshi = HipKoshi Nage = Hip throwKoshi no kaiten = Hip rotation

Koshi waza = Hip techniquesKoshiita = Back plate on hakamaKoshin = Moving backwardsKote = Minor hand. Forearm & WristKote (1) = Wrist, also known as TekubiKote (2) = Gloves or gauntlets used in Iaido and KendoKote Gaeshi = Wrist/forearm twistKote Gaeshi (1) = Wrist out turnKote Gaeshi (2) = Reverse wrist twist, 12th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Tekubi Waza)Kote giri = Wrist cutKote Hineri (1) = Wrist twist, see SankyoKote Hineri (2) = Wrist twist, 11th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Tekubi Waza)Kote Mawashi = Wrist in turn, see NikyoKoto = Old sword (made before about 1573)Kotodama = Spiritual function of soundKou = PietyKo-uchi-gari = Minor inner reaping throwKouhou ryotedori = Grasp to both wrists from behindKouhou ukemi = Backward breakfallKoutai = ChangeKu = nineKu no ji giri = Cut in the shape of the character 'ku'Ku no ji giri = A cut in the shape of the character "ku."Kubi = NeckKubi-naka = Atemi point at base of skullKubi-shime = An opponent's strangle holdKuchi = MouthKudasai = Please give meKujiki = StrainKukyo = 9. principle - Inverted nanakyoKumi Jo = Partner practise matching of jo, two person jo practisesKumi Ken = Partner practise matching of Ken, two person sword practises, also known as Kumi TachiKumi tachi = Paired sword practice in which both partners begin with their swords already drawn. Sword against SwordKumi Tachi = Partner practise matching of Ken, two person sword practises, also known as Kumi KenKumii-ai = Paired sword practice in which both partners begin with their swords still sheathed, in part to practice in the art of drawing swordsKumijo = Staff partnership practicesKumitachi = Sword partnership practiceKumite = SparringKurai = Secret, consciousness, inner beingKurai dori = To control another's consciousnessKushin = Springing in to attackKusshinuke = To dodge an attack

Kuzure kesa-gatame = Modified side collar holdKuzure-kami-shiho-gatame = Modified four-quarter holdKuzushi = Balance breakingKuzushi = Balance breaking techniquesKuzushin = Disruption of balanceKyoshi = Middle title from ZNKR, must be 7th danKyoshi = Teacher of karateKyu = Student Grade from 10 up to 1: Jukyu, kukyu, nanakyu, rokyu, gokyu, yonkyu, sankyu, nikkyu, and ikkyuKyu = NineKyusho = Vital point on bodyKyusho Points = Acupuncture or acupressure pointsKyuu = White belt rank, any rank below Shodan, also known as Mudanshalai goshi = Hips lowered, stable positionlai hiza, Tate hiza = Kneeling on one calfMaai = Distance between uke and nage, meaning "harmony of space."Maai = Proper distancing or timingMabuta = EyelidMae = Forward or frontMae = FrontMae empi uchi = Forward elbow strikeMae eri dori = One hand grasp of the lapelsMae Eri tori = Grab to collar from frontMae geri = Front kickMae Geri = Front snap kickMae geri keage = Front snap kickMae geri kekomi = Front thrust kickMae hiza ate = Front knee strike, as in the kata Heian yondanMae Otoshi = Front drop, 15th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Uki Waza)Mae tobi geri = Jump frontMae Ukemi = Forward rolling breakfall, also known as Zempo Kaiten Undo, Zempo Ukemi Undo, Zempo Kaiten UkemiMae-geri = Front kickMae-no-sen = Taking the initiative; Attacking the instant your opponent thinks about itMaki = Wrapped aroundMaki otoshi = nage ends up down on one knee, having thrown uke over nage's shoulderMaki Otoshi = Throw over Nages shoulder resulting in Nage on one kneeMakoto no kokyu = True breath. Another name for breath-meditationManji uke = Vortex block, as in Heian godan, Bassai dai, and Kanku daiMarui = Circular, round. A principle of AikidoMarui = Circular motionMasakatsu = True victory

Masakatsu akatsu = By acting in accordance with the truth we always emerge victorious. A favorite saying of the Founder that sums up the ethics of AikidoMassugu = Straight aheadMata = The thigh; the groinMatadachi = Split in side of hakamaMate = WaitMatte = Stop!Mawashi = A turn; a rotationMawashi empi uchi = Round house elbow strikeMawashi geri = Round house kickMawashi hiza ate = Roundhouse strikeMawashi zuki = Round house punchMawashi-geri = Roundhouse kickMawatte = Turn aroundMe = EyeMeiji Restoration = The period following the arrival of Admiral Perry, in which Japan began the process of modernizationMen = Face, headMen (1) = Head, specifically striking point on headMen (2) = Straight sword cut onto foreheadMen Tsuki = Thrust to head, also known as Men UchiMen Uchi = Thrust to head, also known as Men TsukiMenkyo = Teacher's certificate. The third license granted according the classical martial art teaching systemMen-uchi = Strike to headMetsuke = Eye contactMichi = Way. PathMigi = Right (direction)Migi = RightMigi gamae = Right leg forward fightingMigi Gamae = Right stance, also known as Migi HanmiMigi Hanmi = Right stance, also known as Migi GamaeMikazuki = Atemi at corner of jawMikazuki geri = Crescent kickMimi = EarsMisogi = Purification of mind, body and spirit. Various defilements obscure our essentially pure and godlike nature; through misogi, purification of body and mind, we can remove such impurities and restore our true image. Although misogi rites usually involve wateMisogi = Ritual purification of mind, body and spiritMisogi harai = Actions that realize misogiMitsubushi = Strike to the eyes with the back of the fistMiyamoto Musashi = One of Japan's greatest and most renowned swordsmen, author of 'The Book of Five Rings'Mochi = To grabMochi = To grasp of hold with the hand(s)Mochi = Grip

Moku roku = A catalog of techniquesMokuso = Close the eyes, meditationMokuso = Meditation, see also Kensho and SatoriMon = Family crests on uniformMontsuki = Wide sleaved top with mon on chest, sleeve and backMoromen = Both hands on opponents headMorote = Both hands on one of opponents wristMorote age uke = Rising block with both armsMorote dori = Two hands holding one handMorote gedan barai = Augumented down blockMorote haito uke = Augumented ridge hand blockMorote kaishu gedan barai = Augumented open hand down blockMorote seiryuto uchi = Two hand forward knife hand strikeMorote shuto uke = Augumented knife hand blockMorote Tori = Two hands grabbing one hand or wristMorote Tori = Two hands grab to one wristMorote uchi uke = Augumented inside forearm block, as in Heian sandanMorote zuki = Double fisted punchMu = VoidMu Gamae = Equal stance with feet parallel, also known as HitomeiMudansha = Members with kyu gradesMudansha = Students without black-belt ranking also known as Kyuu gradesMukozune = Atemi point in middle of shinMune = ChestMune dori = One or two hand lapel holdMune Tori = Hold the chestMune tsuki = Thrust toward knot on obiMune Tsuki = Thrust or punch to chestMunen mushin = Striking without conscienceMunen muso = The goal ofzazenMurasame = Pressure points on each side of neck behind collar boneMushin = No mind; a mind without ego. A mind like a mirror which reflects and does not judge or anticipate actionsMushin = No mind, state of mind uninterupted by thought, mind without ego like a mirror reflects but does not judgeMusubi = Ending, conclusion, unionMusubi = Process of unification, opposites are but different images of same realityMusubi dachi = Informal attention stanceNafuda kake = Name board. At major dojos lists the names and ranks of dan-level students past and presentNafudakake = Student name board in dojoNagare = FlowingNagare Gaeshi = Strike to front and then strike or thrust to

rear in one flowing movementNagarea = Flow. The unbroken projection of ki during the execution of a techniqueNagashi = FlowNagashi waza = Flowing from one technique to nextNage = Throw...the person who throwsNage = ThrowNage = To throwNage = Person who is throwing or executing the technique, also known as ToriNage No Kata = Throwing kataNage waza = Throwing techniquesNai kan gyo = Silence and action; training which teaches us to still the mind and see insideNai Kan Gyu = Silence and action, training which teaches to still the mind and see insideNaike = Pressure point on inside of ankleNaiwan gedan uke = Low block with inside forearm, inverted fistNaiwan kakiwake uke = Inside forearm push asideNaka = Interior; inside; centerNaka ni = To the centerNakasode dori = Inside or middle grab. Grab to the sleeveNakayubi = Middle fingerNamijujijime = Normal cross strangleNanakyo = 7. principle - Yonkyo applied to back of wristNaname = DiagonalNaname giri = An oblique cutNaore = Recover ! Back to original positionNe waza = Grappling techniquesNeko = CatNeko ashi dachi = Cat legged stanceNi = twoNi Nin Gake = Two man attack, also known as Futari GakeNigiri = GrabNigiri gaeshi = Grab reverse. After uke has grasped tori's wrist, tori returns a grab to uke's wristNigiru = To grasp; take holdNiho giri = Two direction cutNiho zenshin zengo = (two steps forward, turn and cut) A basic cutting movement of Aikido swordsmanshipNiho zenshin zengo giri = Two steps forward turn and cutNihon ren zuki = Two consecutive punchesNikajyo = Same as NikkyoNikkyo = (2nd pin technique) bends partner's wrist in two angles and cuts through the center of the body making him drop to the groundNikyo = Second Form, "wrist turn"Nikyo = 2nd teaching, Kote Mawashi or wrist in turn, also known as Dai Nikyo, Nikyo Kote Mawashi

Nikyo Kote Mawashi = See NikyoNin = Suffix used as a counter for peopleNinin = Two peopleNinin dori = One against two peopleNinjo = What you have to doNinjyo = CompassionNo = Particle denoting: pertaining to; ofNobashi = Stretched outNogare = Breathing method featuring long exhalation with sharp gaspNogare = Series of breathing exercises to bring calmness in face of attackNuki = PullNukite = Spear hand strikeNukitsuke = Drawing the swordO = Big or majorO Sensei = Great Teacher (Ueshiba, Morihei)Obi = BeltObi = A beltOgen'ki desu ka = How are you? Are you in good spirits?Ogenki desuka? = How are you?O-goshi = Major hip throwOhayo gozaimasu = Good morning (used before 10 am)Oi zuki = Chasing punch, also jun zuki or follow punchOi-Komi = Technique with a forward stepOji = A responseOji waza = To block and then counterattackOji Waza = To block then counter attackOkagesama de = Fine, thank youOku eri dori = Grasp with one hand to the collar from behindOku eri tori = Grab to collar from behindOkuri eri jime = Right hand grab to right wrist and choke from behind with left hand grab to right lapelOkuri-ashi-harai = Sweeping ankle throwOkuri-eri jime = Sliding collar strangleOmoiyari = Mind of concern for others feelings, safety and situationOmote = To the front, in front ofOmote = The frontOmote waza = Techniques that are revealed to the publicOmoto-kyo = The teaching of the great origin. A religion of which the Founder was an acolyteOnegai Shimasu = I welcome you to train with me (said at beginning of practice)Onegaishimasu = Please (when asking for something, usually as in Please lets practice together)Osae = Press; push; to immobolize, Pin downOsae = Press, push, pin, to immobiliseOsae waza = Pinning techniquesOsae Waza = Locking and pinning techniques, also known as

Katame WazaOsaekomi-waza = Hold down techniques, pinsO'Sensei = The great teacher. (Morehei Ueshiba)O-Sensei = Founder of Aikido, Morihei Ueshiba, literally great teacherOshi komi = Push forcefullyOshi Taoshi = Push down, 6th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Hiji Waza), see also IkkyoOshiki-uchi = (O-dome) The techniques of Daito-ryu AikijutsuOsoto = Major OutsideO-soto-gari = Major external reaping. A judo throwOss = Respectful reply, ( use this one very often )Otagai ni rei = Bow to one anotherOtonashi No Ken = Sword of no swordOtoshi = Floating type of drop. A judo throwOtoshi = To dropOtoshi empi uchi = Downward elbow strikeOtoshi zuki = Dropping punchOyasumi nasai = Good nightOyasumi nasi = Good night (before bedtime)Oyayubi = Thumb; big toeRan = ChaosRandori = Multiple attackRandori = Controlling Chaos, SparringRandori = Free practise, free style all out trainingRandori kihon waza = Basic randori techniquesRandori no kata = Same as Junanahon no kata except for a difference in timing on the response to the attackRe no ji dachi = Katakana character for re looks like an "L", L-stanceRei = Etiquette, courtesy. BowRei = BowReigi = Etiquette, courtesyReigi = EttiquetteRen geri = Alt. KickRen zuki = Alternating punchRen Zuki = Alternated punchRenshi = Title bestowed from ZNKR in addition to Dan ranksRenshu = Hard work on basicsRenshu = Practise, ren (repeat) shu (learn) or learn by repeatingRenzoku Tenkan Ho = Continuous body turningRenzoku Waza = Series techniquesRiai = Relationship between methods using Ken/Jo/TaijutsuRikaku taisei waza = Techniques used when standing apart from ukeRitsu rei = Bow from standing positionRitsurei = A standing bowRitsuzen = Standing meditiationRokkutsu = Rib

Rokkyo = 6. principle - hiji-kime-osae or waki-katame or ude-hishigiRoku = sixRokyo = 6th teaching, Hiji Jime or elbow lock, also known as Ude Higishi or arm smashing, Dai Rokyo, Rokyo Hiji Jime, Rokyo Ude Higishi and in Tomiki Aikido Waki Gatame or arm lockRokyo Hiji Jime = See RokyoRokyo Ude Higishi = See RokyoRyo = Prefix denoting: both; twoRyo sode dori = Grasp with both hands to the sleevesRyokata = Both ShouldersRyokata tori = Front two shoulder grabRyokata Tori = Both shoulders grabbed from frontRyoken juji uke = Double fisted "X" blockRyoku = PowerRyosho juji uke = Open handed "X" blockRyote = Both handsRyote dori = Two hands holding two handsRyote mochi = Two-hand strangleRyote Tori = Two hands grabbing the opponents hands or wristsRyote Tori = Both wrists grabbed from frontRyote-jime = Two-hand strangleRyowan gedan barai = Lower block with both armsRyu = Style or school of practice, as in "Daito-ryu jujutsu"Ryu = Style or school of martial artRyu No Keiko = To practise very softly as running water with no attack or defence, no opposition between partners but focusing on perfect harmony and peace, this practise is usually only possible for high dan grades, see also Gou No Keiko and Jyu No KeikoRyuiten = Caution, or "take note"Sabaki = Body motionSabaki = Body manoeuvres, movementSageto = Feet together, sword in left hand, blade up and tip down and facing backwardsSaho = The left directionSamurai = Military retainer (feudal period)Samurai = From the verb to serve, warrior class, replaced the term Bushi during Muromachi Period 1392-1573ADSan = threeSan Nin Gake = Three man attackSanban ren zuki = Three consecutive punchesSanchin dachi = Hour glass stanceSankajyo = Same as SankyoSankaku = TriangleSankaku no irimi = Triangular entry. One enters to the side and then to the rear of one's partner in a triangular patternSankaku Tai = Triangular form (as in stances)

Sankakudai = The basic stance taken in suburi training, with the front foot pointing forward and the rear foot out at slightly less than a 90 degree angle, forming a triangle. HanmiSankyo = Number three pinning technique of traditional Aikido. Controls partner's center through the wrist and elbow. Also know as kote hineriSankyo = 3rd teaching, Kote Hineri or wrist twist, also known as Dai Sankyo, Sankyo Kote Hineri and in Tomiki Aikido Tenkai Kote Hineri or rotating wrist twistSankyo Kote Hineri = See SankyoSashin-yutai = Advance with the left, withdraw with the right. Standard footwork in AikidoSatori = Enlightenment, epiphanySatori = Enlightenment, see also Mokuso and KenshooSatsu Nin To = Same as Satsujin kenSatsujin ken = The destruction or killing of one's enemy.The sword that killsSaya = ScabbardSayonara = Good-byeSayu Undo = Arm swing lateral (left to right) extension exerciseSayuu = Left and right. Side to sideSeichu-sen = The center line of the bodySeigan = Natural step, fundamental kamaeSeika tanden = Center of abdomenSeikaku = Accurately, preciselySeika-tanden = Lower abdomenSeiken = Front of fistSeiki = Vital force. The vital force that enlivens the universeSeikichu = The spineSeimei = Life. When we are endowed with ki and kokyu we possess seimei, "life"Seiryuto awase uke = Combined knife hand blockSeiza = Traditional Japanese manner of sitting with one's knees folded underSeiza = Sitting posture on one’s kneesSeme-guchi = An opening for an attackSemete = AttackerSempai = A student senior to oneselfSen = Attack. Start an attack slightly before your opponentSen no sen = Seize the initiative, preemptive attackSenaka = The back of the bodySenaka = BackSenjutsu = TacticsSensei = Teacher / MasterSensei = TeacherSensei-ni-rei = Bow to the teacherSen-sen no sen = Sensing and preparing for your opponent's attack before your opponent moves or perhaps even knows his manner of attack

Senshin = A purified and cleansed heart and spirit; enlightened attitudeSenshin = Purified and cleansed heart and spirit, enlightened attitudeSente = The person who takes the initiativeSeoi = ShoulderSeoi nage = Shoulder throwSetsu Nin To = The sword that killsSetsuzoku = ConnectionShi = Four. Also can denote death or deadly. Yo; yon; yottsuShi = FourShi waza = A counter techniqueShiai = Contest. Unfettered competition is contrary to the spirit of Aikido; if duels were allowed they would likely be "death matches", since Aikido techniques, if applied recklessly, can be fatal. Professor Tomiki Kenji selected and modified for safety seventeeShiai = Match or contestShichi = sevenShidoin = Assistant teacherShidoin = A formal title meaning instructor, usually 3rd dan and aboveShihan = A formal title meaning "master instructor" or "teacher of teachers"Shihan = A formal title meaning master instructor, usually 6th dan and aboveShihan-dai = Designated representative(s) of a shihanShiho = Four directionsShiho giri = Four direction cutShiho Nage = "Four directions" throwShiho Nage = 4 directional throw, in Tomiki Aikido known as Tenkai Kote Gaeshi or rotating reverse wrist twistShiho rei = Four directions respect. A Shinto rite employed by the Japanese Emperor to express his gratitude to the deities in all directions, the Founder interpreted shiho-giri as shiho-hai. That is, each cut symbolizes our respect and gratitude for (1) the UniverseShihonage = All direction of four corner throwShikaku = Death Angle. Standing to side and slightly behind an opponent. Like the blind spot on a carShikaku = Position relative to one’s partner where it is difficult for partner to continue to attackShiki = Ceremony, style, formShikko = Knee walkingShikko = Samurai walking or knee walkingShiko dachi = Square stanceShiko-dachi = Straddle stanceShime = A lock. As in "kubi-shime" -- choke on the neckShime-waza = Strangle techniquesShimi = To choke

Shimoseki = Lower side of the matShimoza = Lower seat on mat. Opposite the KamizaShimoza = Lower seat of the matShin = SincerityShin Bu Honrai Fuji = The Way of the gods and the way of Bu (the Warrior) are originally not two different paths. This was a saying of O-sensei's that expresses the essential unity of Shinto and BudoShinai = A split bamboo practice sword. Used in KendoShinai = Split bamboo practice sword for KendoShinken = A live or sharpened steel swordShinken shobu = Fight to the death. Literally, shinken shobu is a fight with a live sword; figuratively, it means to throw oneself single-mindedly into one's practiceShinkenshobu = Duel with live swordsShinkokyu = Deep breathing exercise at the end of practiceShinnyo = Thusness or suchnessShinshin = Mind and bodyShinshin shugyo = Mind and body trainingShinshin toitsu = Mind and body unifiedShinshinto = New sword (made between about 1760 and 1900Shintai = The bodyShintai = Straight motionShinto = Way of the gods. Traditional religion of JapanShinto = The way of the gods, the indigenous religion of JapanShinzen ni rei = Bow to shrineShita = DownShita hara = Lower abdomenShita-no = Of the lower partShite = The defender, also called Torii or NageShitei kata = Kata designated by examiner during grade examinationShizen = NaturalShizen hontai = Natural postureShizentai = Natural postureShizentai = Natural standing position, with the legs parallel and feet shoulder width apart, the knees slightly bent, weight on the balls of the feet, backstraight and arms relaxed at the sideShizentai = Natural stance or postureShizoku = Safe spotShizumiotoshi = Knee diveSho = Small, pineSho ki = Chance of obtaining victory. SobernessSho ki no tsukuri = Technique structure, timing practice, taking the chance to winSho sukui uke = Open hand scooping blockShobu = Fight

Shodai = First man, founder of a styleShodan = Holder of the first grade black beltShodukan = To illuminate the wayShomen = Front or top of the headShomen = Front or top of head also the designated front of a dojoShomen Ate = Frontal attack, 1st teaching of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Atemi Waza)Shomen giri = Vertical cut to the headShomen uchi = Overhead strike to the headShomen Uchi = Straight vertical strike to foreheadShomen-ni-rei = Bow to the frontShomenuchi = Overhead strike to the headShomenuchi = Vertical strike to the headShoshin = Beginners mindShoshin = Beginners mind each time you are Uke or NageShote = Face of handShote-awase = An exercise in which both partners place the base of the palms of their hands together and then, in reaction to pressure from the other side, either resist that pressure by proper use of the center line or move away from that pressureShoto = Billowing pine treesShotokan = House of pine wavesShouki no tsukuri = Technique structure, timing practice, taking the chance to win (atemi waza)Shuchu = ConcentrationShugeki = AttackShugyo = Training, pursuit of knowledgeShugyu = Day to day struggle, workShuhai = Back of the handShuren Dojo = The name of the dojo founded by O-sensei in the city of Iwama, Ibaragi prefectureShuto = Edge of handShuto = Knife handShuto age uke = Open hand rising blockShuto awase uke = Combined knife hand block to sideShuto gamae = Open hand fighting positionShuto uchi = Knife hand strikeShuto uchi soto mawashi = Outside knife hand strikeShuto uchi uchi mawashi = Inside knife hand strikeShuto uke = Knife hand blockShuuchuu = ConcentrationShuuchuu Ryoku = Concentration of powerShuumatsu Doosa = Fixing movmentSode = Sleeve, on practice topSode dori = Sleeve grabSode Dori = Cuff or sleeve heldSoete ate waza = Added hand elbow strikesSoete mae empi uchi = Added hand forward elbow strikeSoete Mawashi empi uchi = Added hand roundhouse elbow

strikeSoete sokumen uke = Added hand block sidewaysSoete ushiro empi uchi = Added hand back elbow strikeSoete yoko empi uchi = Added hand side elbow strikeSoke = Head of style (actually head of family, unifier of gods and lineage)Sokedai = head man equal to a top level managerSokei = GroinSoko = There, that positionSokumen empi uchi = Elbow strike to side, as in the kata Tekki shodanSokuso = Tips of toes (for kicking)Sokutei = Bottom of heelSokutei mawashi uke = Block with sole of foot, resembles uchi mikazuki geriSokutei osae uke = Pressing block with sole of footSokuto = Edge of footSokuto ashi barai = Sweep with edge of footSokuto mawashi uke = Block with edge of foot, resembles soto mikazuki geriSokuto osae uke = Pressing block with edge of footSonoba geri = In placeSonomama = Don't move! Or, stay just as you areSotai Dosa = Paired exercisesSotei = Assumption, training with imaginary or shadow partnersSoto = OutsideSoto gawa = outsideSoto mawari = Turning out movement to the side of one's partnerSoto mikazuki geri = Outside crescent kickSoto ude uke = Outside forearm blockSoto-uke = Outside/inward blockSuburi = A single movement using the ken or jo, done as a solo practiceSuburi = Exercises for co-ordination of arm and foot movements, usually to develop basic cuts and thrusts in Buki WazaSuburi-to = Another term for a bokken. A large sized wooden sword used to develop body movement. A large diameter practice sword, 46" long. Develops controlled hara, centered balance, and strengthSudori = MomentumSudori = Attacker effectively throws himself with an excess of powerSudori Nage = A momentum throwSukashi waza = Techniques performed without allowing the attacker to complete a grab or to initiate a strikeSuki = Openings, weak points. Maybe a lapse in concentration

Suki = Scooping, ie., Suki nage - scooping throwSuki = An opening or gap where one is vulnerable to attackSukui = ScoopingSukui Nage = A scooping throwSukui uke = Scooping blockSumi gaeshi = corner throwSumi otoshi = Corner dropSumi Otoshi = Corner drop, 16th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Uki Waza)Sumimasen = Excuse me (to attract attention)Sumiotoshi = Corner DropSune uke = Shin blockSutemi = A hard falL.literally meaning to throw or sacrifice the bodySutemi = To throw away the body, techniques accomplished by sacrificing the bodySutemi waza = a technique accomplished by sacrificing your bodySuwari = SeatedSuwari waza = Techniques beginning with both attacker and defender in formal sitting position, executed from the kneesSuwari Waza = Techniques executed with both Uke and Nage in a seated positionSuwatte = Sit downTa Ninsu Gake = Training against multiple attackersTabi = Japanese sock-slippers used in dojoTachi = StandingTachi = Longsword. When the sword is attached to the sash with a connecting cord and worn with the cutting edge facing down, it is called a tachiTachi (1) = From standing positionTachi (2) = A type of Japanese long sword intended to be worn edge downTachi dori = Sword takeawaysTachi Tori = Sword takingTachi waza = Standing techniquesTachi Waza = Both people standingTachi-dori = Techniques of taking an opponents' swordTai Atari = Entering and blockingTai Atari Uchi Otoshi = Entering deeply into Yokomen Uchi throwing Uke backwardsTai Gi = Usually six techniques done in sequence in Ki AikidoTai jutsu = Body techniques. Techniques performed without weaponsTai No Henka = Body changesTai no henko = (change the body to blend) basic tenkan blending practiceTai No Henko = Basic blending practice, turning 180 degrees, body changesTai no tenkan = Body turn

Tai No Tenkan Ho = Body turningTai Sabaki = AvoidanceTai Sabaki = Body movement, avoidance, circular movementTai-atari = Body contactTai-atari uchi otoshi = from yokomen-uchi, entering and blocking.,uke gets thrown backwardsTai-chikara = External power (muscle)Taijutsu = Body arts. The techniques of Aikido done without weaponsTaijutsu = Body arts, unarmed practice, empty handed techniquesTaikyoko = First causeTai-no-henko = Reversing the body's positionTai-otoshi = Body drop. A judo throwTaisabaki = AvoidanceTaiso = Warm-up calisthenicsTaiso = Basic exerciseTake = Martial ardor. An alternative pronunciation of theChinese character BuTakemusu Aiki = Inexhaustible Fount of Aiki. The Founder's term for the unlimited creativity of AikidoTakemusu Aikido = Enlightened AikidoTameshiwara = Breaking testTanden = The center; your center of beingTanden = CentreTandoku Dosa = Solo exercisesTandoku undo = Hand and foot movement exercisesTandoku-undo = Hand-sword and footwork exercises combinedTanin-geiko = Practicing with multiple attackersTanisu-gake = Multiple attack. Even when practicing with a single partner, one should always assume simultaneous attacks from all directions could at any moment occurr. In taninsu-gakeone deals with two or more opponentsTanomo = Large sleeves on formal topsTanren = Striking practice with a weaponTanren = Striking practise with sword, jo or bokken, repetition of same cutTanto = Wooden knifeTanto (1) = Wooden practice knifeTanto (2) = Small knifeTanto dori = Knife takeawaysTanto Practice knife. = Practice knifeTanto Tori = Knife takingTaoshi = Body drop, as in a tree falling downTatami = MatsTatami = Traditional woven straw mats in dojoTate empi uchi = Verticle elbow strikeTate shuto uke = Verticle knife hand blockTate uraken uchi = Verticle back fist strike

Tate zuki = Verticle punchTateki = Multiple attackersTateki-geiko = Practicing with multiple attackersTateki-uchi = Fighting with multiple attackersTatte = RaiseTe = HandTe kubi = WristTe zukami = Hand graspTegatana = HandbladeTegatana = Hand sword, outer edge of hand when used as if the blade of a swordTegatana awase = An exercise in which both sides place their tegatana together and then, in reaction to pressure from the other side, move away from the pressure smoothly and quickly using tsugi-ashiTegatana dosa = Basic hand movementsTegatana dousa = Basic hand movementsTegatana no tsukuri = Technique structure, use of handblade (kansetsu waza)Tegatana no tsukuri = Technique structure for use of the handbladeTei no ji dachi = Katakana character for tei looks like a "T" , T-stanceTeisho = Heel of the handTeisho = Heel palmTeisho awase uke = Combined palm heel blockTeisho uke = Palm heel blockTeisho Uke = Heel palm blockTeisho zuki = Palm heel punchTeisoku ashi barai = Sweep with sole of footTeji Kara no Mikoto = The god of incomparable strengthTeji-dachi = T-stanceTekki shodan = Iron hourse first levelTekubi = WristTekubi = Wrist or hand neck, also known as KoteTekubi - kosa = Crossed wristsTekubi Joho Kosa = High wrist breakTekubi Josa Undo = High wrist break exerciseTekubi Kansetsu Junan Ho = Wrist joint flexibility exercisesTekubi Kosa Undo = Double wrist break exerciseTekubi Osae = Forearm pin, see YonkyoTekubi Shindo = Wrist shaking exerciseTekubi waza = Wrist techniquesTekubi Waza = Wrist techniques, (3rd set of techniques from Tomiki Kihon No Kata)Ten no kokyu = The breath of heaven. The first stage of breath-meditationTenchi = ten: heaven, chi: earth. A position of the hand, one high (up) and one low (down)Tenchi nage = "Heaven" and "Earth" throw - one hand points

to heaven; the other to earth, to throwTenchi Nage = Heaven and earth throwTenkai = Turning under & between arm and body of ukeTenkai = Outward turning movement or counter, to reverse to rotate, to revolve, also known as Gaeshi, Kaeshi, or KaitenTenkai Ashi = Pivot on both feetTenkai Kote Gaeshi = Rotating reverse wrist twist, 14th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Tekubi Waza), also known as Shiho NageTenkai Kote Hineri = Rotating wrist twist, 13th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Tekubi Waza), see also SankyoTenkai kotegaeshi = An Aikido technique. Also known as shiho nage or junte dori kotegaeshiTenkai nage (soto) = Rotary throw (outside), also known as Kaiten Nage (Soto), in Tomiki Aikido known as Ude Hineri or arm twistTenkai nage (uchi) = Rotary throw (inside), also known as Kaiten Nage (Uchi)Tenkan = Turning movement used to dissipate forceTenkan = Circular movement to redirect partners power and dissipate force of attackTenkan Ashi = Forward step backward with rear foot and pivot on front footTe-no-hira = Palm of handTenshin = Turn of the bodyTenshin = A movement where Nage retreats 45 degrees away from the attackTentai = Turning movement made by moving both feetTento = Atemi point on top of headTenugui = Small hand cloth to wipe face. Also worn under the helmet in kendoTettsui = Hammer fistTe-ura = Inside of wristTe-waza = Hand techniques (as opposed to weapons)To = Wave, billowTobi geri = Jump kickTodomeru = To stop, one of the component elements in the kanji buToken = Fighting spiritToko = Canvas covered or uncovered rice-straw matsTokui kata = Favorite kata, one's strong kataToma = A great distanceTomoe-nage = Circle throw. A judo throwTori = controlling technique or person throwingTori (1) = GrabTori (2) = Person who is throwing or executing the technique, also known as NageTorifune = Rowing exercise, moving voiced meditation for breathing and posture, also known as Funekogi UndoTori-I = A method of striking or blocking upward with the

sword, using one hand to support the bladeTsoyoki Strong ki. = Usually used to describe someone possessing strong kiTsuba = Hand guard for sword or bokkenTsugi Ashi = A sliding step, advancing the feet while maintaining contact with the floor in a light shuffling motion. The feet do not cross each otherTsugi Ashi = Sliding step (shuffle)Tsuka = Handle of sword or bokkenTsukami = To seize (and immobilize)Tsukami yose = Grasp and draw, as in the kata Bassai daiTsuki = ThrustTsuki = A straight punch or thrust usually to mid-section parallel to groundTsuki-te = Punching handTsukuri = FittingTsukuri = Positioning or setting up for a throwTsurikomi-goshi = Lifting hip throw. A judo throwTsuru ashi dachi = Crane legged stanceUchi = Inside; strikeUchi (1) = InsideUchi (2) = To strikeUchi deshi = A live-in studentUchi Deshi = A live in studentUchi gawa = insideUchi Komi = To take a step forward and then strikeUchi mikazuki geri = inside crescent kickUchi ude uke = Inside forearm blockUchima = Distance where you can strike by taking a single stepUchimata = The inside of the throwUchi-mawari = Turn in. To step inside one's partner's armUchite = The attackerUchi-uki = Inside/outward blockUchi-waza = Striking techniques, also striking techniquesUde = ForearmUde Furi Undo = Arm swinging spin exerciseUde Gaeshi = Arm turn, 7th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Hiji Waza)Ude Garame = Arm twistUde Higishi = Arm smashing, also known as Hiji Jime or elbow lockUde Hineri = Arm twist, 9th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Hiji Waza), also known as Kaiten NageUde Nobashi = Arm stretch, see GokyoUde Osae = Arm pin, see IkkyoUde osai = Control of the center through the armUde Tori Undo = Forward extension exerciseUde-furi = Arm swingingUde-garami = Entangled armlock

Ue = UpUeshiba Juku = The name of the Founder's first dojo; it was located on the grounds of the Omoto-kyo compound in AyabeUeshiba Kisshomaru = The second doshu, O-sensei's son. Deceased 1999Uke = A person who receives an attack. Generally speakingUke = Person being thrown or receiving techniqueUkemi = Breakfall. The art of falling away from harmUkemi = Breakfall, receiving with or through the bodyUkete = DefenderUke-waza = Blocking techniquesUki = FloatingUki waza = Floating techniquesUki Waza = Floating techniques (4th set of techniques from Tomiki Kihon No Kata)Uki-goshi = Hip throwUki-otoshi = Floating dropUndo = Drill, exerciseUndo = Exercise or drillUnsoko = Foor movementUnsoku = Basic foot movementsUra = To the rearUra = RearUra mawashi geri = Hook kickUra zuki = Upper cutUraken = BackfistUraken uchi = Back fist strikeUshiro = Back, behind, rearUshiro = Backwards or behindUshiro Ate = Back attack, 5th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Atemi Waza), also known as Ushiro UdoroshiUshiro empi uchi = Back elbow strikeUshiro eri dori = collar grab from behindUshiro geri = Back kickUshiro hiji dori = elbow grab from behindUshiro kata dori = shoulder grab from behindUshiro kubi shime = Rear chokeUshiro Kubishime = Neck choke from the rearUshiro mawashi empi uchi = Back roundhouse strikeUshiro Morote Tori = Two hands grab one wrist from behindUshiro ryokata dori = Shoulders grabbed from behindUshiro Ryokata Tori = Shoulders grabbed from rearUshiro ryote dori = Both hands grab from behindUshiro Ryote Tori = Both hands grabbed from the rearUshiro Tekubi Tori = Wrist grab, from behindUshiro Tekubi Tori = Wrist grabbed from rearUshiro Tekubi Tori Zenshin Undo = Downward extension exerciseUshiro udoroshi = pull down from behindUshiro Udoroshi = Pull down from behind, in Tomiki Aikido

known as Ushiro AteUshiro Ukemi = Backward breakfallsUshiro ura mawashi geri = Turning hook kickUshiro waza = Rear techniques. Techniques applied when one is attacked from the rearUshiro-geri = Back kickUshiro-tori = Bear hug from behindUtsu = StrikeUwagi = A heavy cotton jacketWa = Harmony, accord and co-ordinationWakarimasu = I understandWake Gamae = Sword stance with sword pointed down and backWaki = To the side or lateral. Waki gamae refers to a position with the sword held out and back by the swordsman's sideWaki gamae = Sword pointed down and back, for a sutemi (sacrifice) waza. Usually sword on right side (migi waki gamae), left foot forward. Other purpose - hiding length of sword, especially in case of a broken oneWaki Gatame = Arm lock, 10th technique of Tomiki Kihon No Kata (Hiji Waza), see also RokyoWakikage = Atemi point in armpitWakizashi = Short swordWaza = Technique(s)Waza = TechniquesYama gamae = Mountain posture. Stance appears as character for mountainYama uke = Mountain block. Resembles the kanji character for MountainYama zuki = Mountain punchYamae = StopYame = StopYari = SpearYari dori = Spear taking techniques. Techniques against a spear to grab the weapon away from the spearmanYari waza = Techniques using a spearYasumi = RestYo = Positive principle of natureYoi = Get ready, prepareYo-inbuki = External (power) breathingYoko = Horizontal, to the sideYoko = SideYoko empi uchi = Side elbow strikeYoko gamae = Sideways gamaeYoko geri = Side kickYoko geri keage = Side snap kickYoko geri kekomi = Side thrust kickYoko giri = Horizontal cutYoko tobi geri = Jump sideYoko ukemi = Side breakfall

Yoko ukemi = Sidewards breakfallYoko uraken uchi = Sideways back fist strikeYoko-furumi = Sideward motionYokomen = Side of the headYokomen giri = Horizontal cut to the head or neckYokomen Uchi = Outside vertical strike to side of headYokomenuchi = An empty hand strike to the side of the head or neck with the blade of the handYoko-okuri-enjime = Side sliding collar strangleYoko-shiho-gatame = Side four-quarter hold. A judo pinYoko-uchi = A sideward strikeYon = FourYoningake = Four men attackYonkajyo = Same as yonkyoYonkyo = (4th pin technique) control/throw using pressure point near partner's wristYonkyo = 4th teaching, Tekubi Osae or forearm pin, also known as Kimi Osae, Dai Yonkyo, Yonkyo Tekubi OsaeYonkyo Tekubi Osae = See YonkyoYori ashi = Side sweeping motionYote fuse dachi = Both hands flat stance, from the kata Kanku daiYowaki = Weak ki. Usually used to describe someone with weak kiYubi = A digit. Finger; toeYubi = FingersYubi Tori = Finger grabYudansha = Black belt grade holder(s)Yudansha = Senior grades (dan grades)Yukkuri = SlowlyYukoku no shi = Noble guardians of a nation, another term for samuraiYukuri = SlowYumi = A bow (archery)Yuru yaka ni = SmoothZanshin = Constant state of readiness, alertnessZanshin = Balanced and aware stateZarei = A formal sitting bowZarei = Bow from sitting positionZazen = Meditation posture and exercise employed in Zen BuddhismZekken = Chest patch embroidered with own name and dojo nameZempo Kaiten Ukemi = Forward rolling breakfall, also known as Mae Ukemi, Zempo Ukemi Undo and Zempo Kaiten UndoZempo Kaiten Undo = Forward rolling exercise, also known as Mae Ukemi, Zempo Ukemi Undo and Zempo Kaiten UkemiZempo Ukemi Undo = Forward rolling exercise, also known as Mae Ukemi Zempo Kaiten Undo and Zempo Kaiten UkemiZen = Intuitive discipline of enlightenment derived from older

schools of BuddhismZengaku = ForeheadZengo = Forwards and backwards motionZengo Undo = Arm extension static pivot exerciseZenkutsu dachi = Front stanceZenpo = FrontZenpo ryote dori = Grasp to both wrists from the frontZenpou kaiten ukemi = Forward rolling breakfallZenshin = The entire bodyZenshin = Moving forwardsZentai = TotalZenwan = ForearmZori = Japanese sandals for use outside dojoZori = Sandals worn off the mat to help keep the mat cleanZubon = Pants worn under the hakama. The pants of a Judo uniform