Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

caligrafia

Noun
kah-lig-RAH-fee-ah
Definition
Calligraphy is the art of beautiful handwriting, often characterized by decorative letters and symbols.
Examples
  • Her caligrafia is so beautiful that many people order custom pieces from her.
  • He studied caligrafia to improve his handwriting for wedding invitations.
Meaning
The practice of writing in an artistic, stylized manner that focuses on form and aesthetics.
Synonyms
  • Hand lettering
  • Penmanship
  • Script