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How do you spell Origami?

Correct spelling

origami

From Japanese oru (fold) + kami (paper). Four syllables.

Why is origami spelled this way?

From Japanese origami — oru, to fold and kami, paper. The art of paper folding. OR + I + GA + MI — four even syllables.

Common misspellings of origami

origamyorigameeorigameorigammi

Example

She made an origami crane for good luck.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell origami?+
The correct spelling is "origami". From Japanese oru (fold) + kami (paper). Four syllables.
Is it origamy or origami?+
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