Question: what are the basic karate moves?
Answer: Straight Punch (Choku Zuki) A straight punch, Choku Zuki in Japanese, is also known as the jab. ... 
Front Kick (Mae Geri) One of the most basic kicks is the front kick, Mae Geri in Japanese. ... 
Roundhouse Kick (Mawashi Geri) A roundhouse kick is called Mawashi Geri in Japanese. ... 
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