| Aiuchi | 2 simultaneous strikes |
| Aite | Opponent |
| Aka | Red |
| Ao | Blue |
| Atoshi Baraku | “Fight will end soon,” often indicating 30 seconds left in match |
| Chui | Warning |
| Encho-sen | Extension of match |
| Hajime | Begin, Start |
| Hansoku chui | Warning with penalty |
| Hantei | Judgement, Decision |
| Hikiwake | Tie |
| Ippon | One point |
| Ippon kumite | One-point sparring |
| Kachi | Win |
| Keikoku | Warning with penalty |
| Jikan | Time |
| Jogai | Warning given when competitor steps out of ring |
| Maai | Distance |
| Make | Loss |
| Minai/Mienai | Cannot see |
| Mumobi | Warning with lack of regard for one’s own safety |
| Sanbon kumite | Three-point sparring |
| Shikakku | Disqualification from tournament |
| Shiro | White |
| Shugo | Judge’s gathering |
| Torimasen | Insufficient technique |
| Tsutsukete | Continue! Fight on! |
| Waza ari | Half point |
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