How to Pronounce "origami"
word
ˌɔɹiˈɡɑˌmi
aw-ri-GAH-mee
ˌɒɹɪɡˈɑːmi
or-i-GAH-mee
Definition
Origami is the art of folding paper to create shapes, animals, or decorative objects, often without cutting or gluing the paper.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɔɹiˈɡɑˌmi
British English
ˌɒɹɪɡˈɑːmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
aw-ri-GAH-mee
UK
or-i-GAH-mee
Listen in Context
We made a paper crane using origami.
Origami is fun for children and adults.
My sister loves to do origami in her free time.
Have you ever tried making flowers with origami?