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calligraphy

[kəˈlɪɡrəfi]

calligraphy Definition

  • 1the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush
  • 2handwriting that is beautiful and done with a pen or brush

Using calligraphy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "calligraphy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She learned calligraphy to create beautiful invitations for her wedding.

  • Example

    The book was written in elegant calligraphy.

  • Example

    The artist used calligraphy to create the intricate designs on the scroll.

calligraphy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for calligraphy

Phrases with calligraphy

  • Chinese calligraphy

    a form of calligraphy that uses Chinese characters

    Example

    The museum has a collection of ancient Chinese calligraphy.

  • a form of calligraphy that uses Arabic script, often used to decorate mosques and religious texts

    Example

    The walls of the mosque were adorned with beautiful Islamic calligraphy.

  • a contemporary style of calligraphy that is often used for wedding invitations and other formal events

    Example

    She took a class in modern calligraphy to improve her handwriting.

Origins of calligraphy

from Greek 'kallos' meaning 'beauty' and 'graphein' meaning 'to write'

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Summary: calligraphy in Brief

Calligraphy [kəˈlɪɡrəfi] is the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush. It is often used to create beautiful invitations, decorate religious texts, and add elegance to written works. Calligraphy includes forms like Chinese calligraphy, Islamic calligraphy, and modern calligraphy, which is popular for formal events.

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