Quote Originally Posted by KenpoTkdAckTSK View Post
you're exactly right! The difference is nothing more than a phonetic issue. That's what I said my friend (who is Chinese American and a BB in kenpo as well) claimed it was but, i was not as articulate as you were.
Thanks for clarifying what I believe is the difference between the spellings.
I understood what you were saying before. It was just a way to explain the differences in pronunciation that I was conveying. I tried to put forth my best educated guess. This topic may pop up again...different people have different opinions on the issue.

GLad I was able to help clarify.

Take Care.