How to Pronounce Origami

To pronounce "origami", say OR-ig-am-i — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɒɹɪˈɡɑːmɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˌɒɹɪˈɡɑːmɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “origami”

"origami" has 4 syllables: or-ig-am-i.

What does origami mean?

noun

  1. The Japanese art of paper folding.
  2. A piece of art made by folding paper.

Related words

paperfoldingkirigamipapercraftaerogamipapermakingkamipapercutting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "origami"?▾

"Origami" has 4 syllables: or · ig · am · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "origami"?▾

The IPA transcription of "origami" is /ˌɒɹɪˈɡɑːmɪ/.

What does "origami" mean?▾

Origami: The Japanese art of paper folding.

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