origami
What is another word for origami? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The art of folding paper into decorative shapes without cutting or gluing it.
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How to use origami
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
origami crane
fold origami
origami paper
Etymology
From Japanese origami, combining ori ("fold") and kami ("paper").
Full origin of origami →Frequently asked questions
What does “origami” mean?
The word “origami” means the art of folding paper into decorative shapes without cutting or gluing it. In plain terms, paper folding as an art form, or an object made that way.
How do you pronounce “origami”?
“Origami” is pronounced o-rih-GAH-mee (/ˌoɹəˈɡɑmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “origami” in a sentence?
Here is “origami” used in a sentence: “She taught the kids origami, and by the afternoon the table was covered in paper cranes.”
What part of speech is “origami”?
“Origami” is a noun.
Where does the word “origami” come from?
The word “origami” comes from Japanese. From Japanese origami, combining ori ("fold") and kami ("paper").
How many meanings does “origami” have?
“Origami” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the art of folding paper into decorative shapes without cutting or gluing it.
