Bonsai: meaning, definitions and examples
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bonsai
[ หbษn.saษช ]
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:
๐ต๐น bonsai
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคจเคธเคพเค
๐ฉ๐ช Bonsai
๐ฎ๐ฉ bonsai
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะพะฝัะฐะน
๐ต๐ฑ bonsai
๐ฏ๐ต ็ๆ ฝ
๐ซ๐ท bonsaรฏ
๐ช๐ธ bonsรกi
๐น๐ท bonsai
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถ์ฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจููุณุงู
๐จ๐ฟ bonsai
๐ธ๐ฐ bonsai
๐จ๐ณ ็ๆ ฝ
๐ธ๐ฎ bonsai
๐ฎ๐ธ bรณnsai
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะพะฝัะฐะน
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแกแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bonsai
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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 (618โ907 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.