Originate Meaning in English
word
ɝˈɪdʒəˌneɪt
ur-IJ-uh-nayt
əɹˈɪdʒɪnˌeɪt
uh-RIJ-in-ayt
Definition
To begin, arise, or come into existence from a particular place, time, or source.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and academic; often used in passive voice ('is originated from,' though 'originates from' is more natural). Common with abstract subjects like ideas, customs, or products. Not used for physical movement. Don’t confuse with 'originate from' (most common) vs. 'originate at/in.'
Spanish: originar - provenirPortuguese (BR): originar - provirPortuguese (PT): originar - provirChinese (Simplified): 起源 - 源于Chinese (Traditional): 起源 - 源自Hindi: उत्पन्न होना - शुरू होनाArabic: ينشأ - يبدأBengali: উত্পন্ন হওয়া - সৃষ্টি হওয়াRussian: происходить - зарождатьсяJapanese: 起源するVietnamese: bắt nguồnKorean: 유래하다 - 비롯되다Turkish: ortaya çıkmak - kaynağını almakUrdu: وجود میں آنا - شروع ہوناIndonesian: bắt nguồn - khởi nguồn
Example Sentences
Where did this tradition originate?
basic
The idea originated in Japan.
basic
Many common words originate from Latin.
basic
How did this festival originate?
natural
The rumor originated on social media and spread quickly.
natural
Modern jazz originated in New Orleans.
natural