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origin in Latin

origin in Latin is principium, orīgō, prīmordium — origin means the point where something begins or comes from.

origin in Latin

principium
noun
The beginning of something.
orīgō
noun
The beginning of something.
prīmordium
noun
The beginning of something.

What does "origin" mean?

  1. noun The point where something begins or comes from.
    "The origin of the rumor was never traced."
  2. noun A person's ancestry or background.
    "Her family is of Italian origin."
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origin in a sentence

  • The origin of the rumor was never traced.
  • Scientists are still debating the origin of the universe.
  • Her family is of Italian origin.

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What is "origin" in Latin?

"origin" in Latin is principium, orīgō, prīmordium. origin means: The point where something begins or comes from.

How do you use "origin" in a sentence?

Example: "The origin of the rumor was never traced." In Latin, "origin" is principium, orīgō, prīmordium.

Are there other ways to say "origin" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 3 translations listed for "origin": principium, orīgō, prīmordium.

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