Sandoval Freestyle Karate’s Martial Arts Glossary “M”
Discover Japanese Terms Used in Karate Beginning with “M”
Welcome to Sandoval Freestyle Karate’s karate glossary, where we’ve listed the most common karate terminology one will encounter. If you cannot find the term you’re looking for or would like to learn more, please contact us today!
Mae Geri Kaege
This is known as a front snap kick. In karate, there is a snap kick (kaege) and a thrust kick (kekomi). A mae geri kaege involves using a snapping action from the knee, and the ball of the foot is used as the striking surface.
Musubi-Dachi
This is deemed to be an informal stance where the heels are kept together and toes are open at a 45-degree angle. It is the most common stance when it comes to performing the traditional bow.
Migi
This simply means “right”. For example, a right forward stance would be migi zenkutsu dachi.