This is the 10432nd most frequent French word.
karaté
Karate: A Japanese martial art focused on unarmed combat using punches, kicks, and defensive techniques.
Here, 'karaté' is used as the name of a martial art in the context of practice or sports.
Je pratique le karaté depuis cinq ans.
I have been practicing karate for five years.
In this sentence, 'karaté' is used to specify the type of club and competition, utilizing it as a field of interest.
Le club de karaté organise une compétition samedi.
The karate club is organizing a competition on Saturday.
Here, 'karaté' is employed as the subject matter of the movie being described.