Definition

The art of creating beautiful and decorative handwriting or lettering.

Example

She practiced calligraphy to make her wedding invitations look elegant.

Conversation

Have you ever tried calligraphy?

No, but it looks so beautiful!

I started practicing calligraphy last month, and I love it.

That’s awesome! Maybe you can show me some of your work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Calligraphy is formed from "kallos" (meaning beauty) and "grapho" (meaning to write). The word describes the art of beautiful writing, emphasizing the aesthetic quality of the written word.

Memory Tip

Think of 'beauty' ('kallos') in writing — that's why calligraphy is all about creating beautiful letters.

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