Definition

A wooden sword that is shaped like a katana and is used for training in martial arts.

Example

The students practiced their techniques using a bokken during the training session.

Conversation

I just got a new bokken for my training sessions.

That’s awesome! How does it feel to use it?

It’s really lightweight, which makes practicing easier.

Sounds great! I should try using a bokken too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'bokken' originates from Japanese '木剣' (bokken), where '木' (bo) means 'wood' and '剣' (ken) means 'sword'. A bokken is a wooden sword used in martial arts training.

Memory Tip

Imagine a wooden sword ('木' means wood and '剣' means sword) when you think of 'bokken', which helps you remember that it refers to a wooden sword.

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