word
Japanese
ikebana
ih-keh-BAH-nah
ɪˌkɛbɑːˈnɑːListen
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Syllable breakdown
ikebana
Dictionary meaning
The Japanese art of flower arrangement, emphasising form, line, and space rather than just colour.
History and origin
Japanese — 'ikeru' (to keep alive) + 'hana' (flower).
Common mispronunciations
IH-keh-bah-nahee-keh-BAH-nah
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