Baguazhang is a Chinese martial art that has been practiced for centuries and has many synonyms. One of the most common is "Pa Kua Chang," which simply means "eight trigram palm" in Chinese. Another synonym is "Bagua Quan," which translates to "eight diagram fist." In some martial arts circles, Baguazhang is also referred to simply as "Bagua," which is an abbreviation of its full name. Other less common synonyms include "Bagua Zhang" and "Bagua Jiao." Whatever the name, Baguazhang remains a popular martial art that emphasizes circular movements and quick footwork in combat.