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Welcome to the language of Wing Chun Kung Fu, a martial art renowned for its efficiency and fluidity. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, understanding the terminology is essential for mastering the techniques. This glossary serves as a comprehensive guide to the specialized terms you'll encounter in your training journey. From basic stances like "Hoi-Ma" to complex techniques like "Bart-Cham-Dao," this list is designed to enhance your understanding and practice of Wing Chun Kung Fu. Dive in and familiarize yourself with the English and Cantonese terms to get the most out of your training.
Wing Chun Terminology
Glossary
Provides a comprehensive list of specialized terms you'll encounter in your Wing Chun Kung Fu training. Ideal for practitioners at all levels, the glossary covers everything from basic stances to intricate techniques, helping you become more fluent in the language of this martial art.
BART-CHAM-DAO
Eight Cutting Broadswords Techniques
BIU-TZE
Thrusting Fingers Form • 3rd Form
BIU-TZE-SAU
Thrusting Fingers (Movement)
BONG-SAU
Wing-Arm
CHANG-SAU
Spade-Hand
CHI-DAN-SAU
Single Arm Clinging / Sticky Hands (Exercise)
CHI-KWUN
Pole Clinging (Exercise)
CHIN-GUM-SAU
Front Pinning Hand
CHI-SAU
Arm Clinging / Sticky Hands (Exercise)
CHI-SHEUNG-SAU
Double Arm Clinging / Sticky Hands (Exercise)
CHUEN-KIU
Piercing Arm
CHUM-KIU
Arm Seeking Form • 2nd Form
CHUNG-LO
Mid-Level
CHUNG-SUM-SIN
Center Line
DING-JARN
Butting Elbow
DUI-KOK-MA / JU-SUN-MA
Diagonal Stance / Sliding Stance
FAK-SAU
Whisking Arm
FOOK-SAU
Bridge-on Arm
GUAN-SAU
Splitting Block
GUM-SAU
Pinning Hand
HAR-LO
Lower Level
HAU-GUM-SAU
Back Pinning Hand
HOI-MA
Setting up of Stance
HUEN-BO / KAU-BO
Circling Steps / Plucking Steps
HUEN-GOT-SAU
Circling Cut
HUEN-SAU
Circling Hand (Wrist)
JU-CHEUNG
Sideward Palm
JU-GUM-SAU
Side Pinning Hand
JUM-SAU
Sinking Block
JU-SUN-KUEN
Sliding Punch
JUT-SAU
Jerk Hand
KAU-SAU
Circling Block
KUEN
Fist
KUEN-TO
Boxing Form
KUO-SAU
Fighting Practice
KWAI-JARN
Downward Elbow Strike
KWUN-MA
Pole Stance
KWUN-SAU
Rotating Arms
LAN-SAU
Scooping Arm
LAP-SAU
Deflecting Arm
LAU-SAU
Scooping Arm
LIN-WAN-KUEN
Chain Punches / Alternate Thrusting Punches
LOK-SAU
Rolling Arms (Exercise)
LUK-DIM-BOON-KWUN
Six and A Half Point Long Pole Techniques
MANG-GENG-SAU
Neck Pulling Hand
MAN-SAU
Inquisitive Arm
MUK-YAN-CHONG
Wooden Dummy
NOT-MOON
Indoor Area
NUK-SAU
Free Hand Fighting Practice
OI-MOON
Outdoor Area
PAK-SAU
Slap Block
PIE-JARN
Elbow Hacking
PO-PAI-CHEUNG
Double Palms
SAAM-KOK-BO
Triangular (Advancing) Steps
SAAM-SING-CHONG
Three Star Dummy / Tripodal Dummy
SAAM-PAI-FUT (Siu-Nim-Tau)
Praying Thrice to the Buddha
SHAT-GENG-SAU
Throat Cutting Hand
SHEUNG KUEN
Double Punches
SHEUNG LO
Upper Level
SIU-NIM-TAU
Little Idea Form • 1st Form
TAN-SAU
Palm Up Arm
TIE-SAU
Lifting Arms / Rising of Arms
TUT-SAU
Freeing Arm
WU-SAU
Protective Arm
YAN-CHEUNG
Stamping Palm
"YAT" CHI-KUEN
Character "Sun" Fist
"YAT" CHI-CHUNG-KUEN
Character "Sun" Thrusting Punch
"YEE" CHI-KIM-YEUNG-MA
Character "Two" Adduction Stance
Wing Chun Titles and Relationships
The various roles and hierarchical relationships within the Wing Chun community. From Grand Master of a Style to students, this glossary helps to define the intricate web of titles that exist within the practice, underscoring the respect and lineage that are crucial to the martial art.
CHUNG-SI
Grand Master of a Style
DAI-GEE
Student / Follower / Disciple
KUNG-FU
Work / Knowledge / Martial Art
SI-DEI
Younger Kung-Fu Brother
SI-HING
Elder Kung-Fu Brother
SI-JE
Elder Kung-Fu Sister
SIFU
Kung-Fu Instructor
SI-KUNG
Kung-Fu Grandfather / Teacher of Sifu
SI-MO
Wife of Sifu
SI-MUI
Younger Kung Fu Sister
Wing Chun Principles and Strategies
The core philosophies and tactical approaches that form the backbone of Wing Chun Kung Fu. This section serves as a guide to understanding the martial art's unique techniques for both defense and offense, offering insights into how practitioners can gain the upper hand through smart, efficient movements and mental preparedness.
LIN SIU DIE DAR
Defend and Attack in one motion
LOY LAU HUI SONG, LAT SAU JIK CHUNG
Stay with what comes, follow as it retreats and thrust forward at disengagement
BE SOFT, BUT NOT YIELDING; BE FIRM, BUT NOT STRONG
Balance softness with resilience and strength with adaptability in Wing Chun movements.
Wing Chun Theories and Concepts
Outlines the essential principles and techniques unique to this martial art. It serves as a guide for both beginners and advanced students to effectively apply Wing Chun in self-defense situations.
1. Immovable Elbow Concept
2. Economy of Motion Concept
3. Four Corners Theory
4. Centerline Theory
5. Face to Face Concept
6. Straight Line Theory
7. Simultaneous Block and Attack Theory
8. Triangle Theory
9. Trapping Hands Theory
10. Bridge Hand Theory
Note: The terms and definitions provided in this glossary are based on traditional Wing Chun teachings and may vary slightly between different schools or lineages.
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