San

三

Japanese number 'Three' (3) used when counting repetitions in a dojo.

Quick Facts

CategoryConcept / Principle

Pronunciation/[sahn]/

Alternative NamesThree, Number 3 in Japanese

Definition

San represents 'Three' in Japanese. It appears in rank titles (Sandan = 3rd Dan) and foundational kata names (Sanchin).

Related Terms

Sanchin-dachi三戦立ち

Rooted, tensioned stance with toes turned inward, central to Naha-te and Goju-ryu Karate.

Japanese number 'One' (1) used when counting exercise repetitions in a dojo.

Japanese number 'Two' (2) used when counting repetitions in a dojo.

Associated Martial Arts

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