No. 8,340 in French
yoko
"Yoko" is not a standard French word; it may be a name or borrowed term.
In a sentence
Le mot japonais 'yoko' peut significer 'côté' dans certaines expressions.
The Japanese word 'yoko' can mean 'side' in some expressions.
Here 'yoko' is used as a noun to mean 'side'.
Dans les arts martiaux, 'yoko geri' fait référence à un coup de pied latéral.
In martial arts, 'yoko geri' refers to a side kick.
Here 'yoko' is used in a compound term to modify 'geri' (kick) to specify its direction.
Les élèves apprennent à utiliser le mouvement 'yoko kata' dans leur pratique.
The students learn to use the 'yoko kata' movement in their practice.
Here 'yoko' is part of a compound term denoting a specific technique or form characterized by sideward action.
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