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Origami: meaning, definitions and examples

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origami

 

[ ษ”หหˆrษชษกษ™mi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art form

Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, often associated with intricate designs and shapes. It involves transforming a single sheet of paper into different forms, such as animals, flowers, and other objects, through precise folding techniques. As an art form, origami emphasizes creativity and attention to detail.

Synonyms

folding art, paper folding

Examples of usage

  • She created a beautiful origami crane.
  • The children learned origami at the community center.
  • Origami can be used to make decorative pieces.

Translations

Translations of the word "origami" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น origami

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคฐเคฟเค—เคพเคฎเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Origami

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ origami

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั€ั–ะณะฐะผั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ origami

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŠ˜ใ‚Š็ด™

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท origami

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ origami

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท origami

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ข…์ด์ ‘๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุฑูŠุบุงู…ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ origami

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ origami

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŠ˜็บธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ origami

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ origami

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั€ะธะณะฐะผะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ orqami

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ origami

Word origin

The word 'origami' comes from the Japanese words 'oru' meaning 'to fold' and 'kami' meaning 'paper.' The history of origami dates back to the 17th century when it began to emerge as an art form in Japan. Initially, it was used for ceremonial purposes and was frequently incorporated into weddings and other rituals. Over time, origami evolved from a practical craft into a fine art, as artisans started to create intricate designs that captured both beauty and complexity. The art gained international popularity in the 20th century, with a resurgence driven by artists like Akira Yoshizawa, who introduced modern techniques that expanded the possibilities of paper folding. Today, origami not only serves as a pastime but also finds applications in various fields, including mathematics, engineering, and education, demonstrating the versatility and enduring appeal of this unique art form.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,086, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.