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tessellate

 

[ หˆtษ›sษ™leษชt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mathematics, geometry

Tessellate refers to the process of covering a surface with a pattern of one or more geometric shapes, where there are no overlaps or gaps. This technique is often seen in tiling, where shapes are arranged in a repeating pattern to create a visually striking design. Tessellations can be both regular, with repeating shapes and angles, or irregular, with varied shapes that still fill a space completely. Artists and mathematicians alike explore tessellation for its aesthetic and structural properties.

Synonyms

mosaic, pattern, tile

Examples of usage

  • The bathroom tiles tessellate beautifully.
  • M.C. Escher is famous for his intricate tessellate designs.
  • Many Islamic art forms utilize tessellate patterns.
  • The floor was designed to tessellate, enhancing its visual appeal.

Translations

Translations of the word "tessellate" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tesselar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเคพเค‡เคฒเคฟเค‚เค— เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mosaizieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyusun

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะทะฐั—ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mozaikowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ†ใƒƒใ‚ปใƒฌใƒผใ‚ทใƒงใƒณใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tesseler

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ teselar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mozaik yapmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒ€์ผ๋งํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุณุทูŠุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mozaikovat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mozaikovaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•ถๅตŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mozaikovati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mozaรญk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะทะฐะนะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ–แƒแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mozaika

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ teselar

Etymology

The word 'tessellate' comes from the Latin word 'tessellatus', which means 'to be made of small square pieces', derived from 'tessella', a diminutive form of 'testa', meaning 'brick' or 'tile'. The use of tessellation can be traced back to ancient civilizations, such as the Romans, who used mosaic tiles to decorate floors and walls. The mathematical study of tessellations began to gain popularity in the early 20th century, especially with the works of mathematicians like M.C. Escher, who explored the artistic implications of these geometric arrangements. Tesellations find applications in various fields, including art, architecture, and computer graphics, showcasing the intersection of creativity and mathematics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,084, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.