calligraphy
Calligraphy (noun) means the art of decorative, stylized handwriting; also, writing produced in this style. Example: “She studied Japanese calligraphy for years before opening her own studio.”
How to use calligraphy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDecorative, artistic handwriting, often done with special pens or brushes.
Word forms
calligraphies plural
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Etymology
From Greek kalligraphia, literally "beautiful writing," from kallos ("beauty") and graphein ("to write").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “calligraphy” mean?
The word “calligraphy” means the art of decorative, stylized handwriting; also, writing produced in this style. In plain terms, decorative, artistic handwriting, often done with special pens or brushes.
How do you pronounce “calligraphy”?
“Calligraphy” is pronounced kuh-LIHG-ruh-fee (/kəˈlɪɡɹəfi/ in IPA).
How do you use “calligraphy” in a sentence?
Here is “calligraphy” used in a sentence: “She studied Japanese calligraphy for years before opening her own studio.”
What is another word for “calligraphy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “calligraphy” include chirography and penmanship.
What part of speech is “calligraphy”?
“Calligraphy” is a noun.
Where does the word “calligraphy” come from?
The word “calligraphy” comes from Greek. From Greek kalligraphia, literally "beautiful writing," from kallos ("beauty") and graphein ("to write").
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