David Brent Wolfe Dictionary of

Chinese Martial Art Terms

When possible, terms are given in Mandarin (Hanyu) pinyin spelling. The older spelling of the Wade Giles method is used when it is the more commonly known version. For some terms the most common version is given in Cantonese.

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  • Um ying kuen is the Hung gar empty hand routine meaning five animals form.
  • Ung mui ha san jong is a Shaolin Fut gar term meaning Lady monk descending down the mountain. It is a double hand slap. (1)

Sources of information

  1. Suggested by Mrs. Jay Acdan in an email dated 13 March 2004.
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