This is the 10869th most frequent French word.
origine
"Origine" means "origin" or "starting point."
Describes the source or history of an object.
Ce tableau est d'une origine inconnue mais fascinante.
This painting is of an unknown but fascinating origin.
Refers to someone's ancestral or geographical roots.
Elle est d'origine française et fière de ses racines.
She is of French origin and proud of her roots.
Relates to the starting point or cause of an issue.