Beginner Translation
You use your knee like a wedge to cut through the guard instead of trying to jump all the way around it.
What It Does
The knee cut combines pressure, angle, and upper-body control to help the top player pass efficiently.
Where You See It
You see knee cuts against open guard, half guard, and situations where the top player can pin the upper body while slicing through.
Why It Matters
Beginners learn that passes work better when the top and bottom halves of the body are controlled together.