Hello + question

[Geo. Krauss]

Hi, from one with some expericence (Shotokan and Uechi-ryu karate, Tang Soo Do [Moo Duk Kwan], Tai Chi Ch'uan, Judo). Just found this site, so I'm new here.
Question: a certain Japanese/Okinawan arts phrase (best rendered in romanized syllables as) "ha-nai-ya sho kyu" popped into my mind awhile back and the meaning eludes me. I knew what it meant in the past, but I guess I'm getting forgetful. I KNOW it has nothing to do with "sho kyu" as 'first kyu/grade below black belt', but might be 'first cause' or 'first reason' - I just can't remember! Present sensei says it sounds familiar, but he can't remember either.
Anyone have any knowledge of meaning???
Geo.K

 

[stickarts]

Welcome to MT!

 

[oaktree]

は な え や しょ きゅ ( Ha na e ya sho kyu?) This means like it will come in time? or it comes with practice?

 

[jks9199]

Welcome! I'm just guessing -- but could it be on of the various versions of "there's no first attack"?

With your background -- have you checked out our Karate, Judo, and other art specific forums? I bet you have some great insights for some of the discussions there!

 

[seasoned]

Greetings and welcome aboard.

 

[Jade Tigress]

Welcome to Martial Talk! Happy Posting! :asian:

 

[Drac]

Greetings and Welcome to MT..

 

[terryl965]

Welcome

 

[Dagney Taggert]

Welcome!

 

[SahBumNimRush]

Welcome to MT, look forward to seeing you out on the threads! Sorry, not very versed in Japanese.. . only Korean.