Korean Words
General Tae kwon do Terminology
Korean words form all tae kwon do terminology, as such they will include some general language words. You will pick these up as you spend more time in the kwan (school) and dojang (training room).
General Words
Rank (color belts only) |
Kup |
Deep breathing |
soom shi gi |
Greetings/Hello |
Ahn nyong ha say yo |
Thank you |
Kam Sa Hap Ni Da |
You're welcome |
Chon ma ne yo |
A school will have its own opening and closing ceremony at the beginning and end of every class. This is part of the formal process we follow to show our respect and keep tradition.
Opening/Closing Class
To the flags bow |
Kuk ki ae kyung nae |
To the master bow |
Sa bum nim kae kyung nae |
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