word
Japanese
dojo
DOH-joh
ˈdoʊdʒoʊListen
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Syllable breakdown
dojo
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Dictionary meaning
A hall or studio where martial arts are practised; by extension, any place of training.
History and origin
Japanese — 'do' (way, path) + 'jo' (place).
Examples
- The students bowed as they entered the dojo, showing respect for the space.
Common mispronunciations
doh-JOHDOH-juh
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