Bonsai: meaning, definitions and examples

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bonsai

 

[ หˆbษ’n.saษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

horticulture plants

A bonsai is a miniature tree or shrub that is cultivated to remain small through careful pruning and maintenance. The art of bonsai originated in China over a thousand years ago and has been practiced in Japan and other parts of the world.

Synonyms

container tree, miniature tree, potted plant.

Examples of usage

  • She has a beautiful bonsai garden.
  • He enjoys the intricate process of shaping bonsai trees.
  • Bonsai trees require regular watering and pruning.
  • The bonsai exhibit attracted many art lovers.

Translations

Translations of the word "bonsai" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‹เคจเคธเคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bonsai

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพะฝัะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็›†ๆ ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bonsaรฏ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bonsรกi

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ„์žฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู†ุณุงูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bonsai

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็›†ๆ ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bรณnsai

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพะฝัะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒกแƒแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bonsai

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bonsรกi

Etymology

The term 'bonsai' comes from the Japanese words 'bon,' meaning tray or shallow container, and 'sai,' meaning planting. The practice of growing miniature trees dates back to the Tang dynasty in China (618โ€“907 CE) where it was known as 'penjing'. This ancient art form was brought to Japan, where it evolved into the refined cultivation style we recognize today as bonsai. The Japanese version emphasizes aesthetics, balance, and harmony between the tree and pot, gaining popularity in Japanese culture. Over centuries, bonsai has become a symbol of patience, dedication, and the artistry of nature.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,932 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.