combate

/komˈba.te/

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noun

controlled practice fighting or competition match in martial arts

Olympic-style taekwondo sparring scores kicks and punches to legal targets.

Examples

  • Ponte casco y peto antes del combate.

    Wear headgear and a chest guard before sparring.

  • El combate ligero ayuda a los principiantes con distancia y timing.

    Light sparring helps beginners learn distance and timing.

  • Ganó el oro tras una final de combate ajustada.

    She won gold after a close sparring final.

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