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What is a folded fortune teller called?
What is a folded fortune teller called?
Giulia
Wed Oct 30 2024
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I'm trying to remember the name of that paper game we played as kids. You fold a piece of paper into a certain shape, and then you can open and close it to make different predictions or reveal fortunes. What is that thing called?
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Chiara
Fri Nov 01 2024
The origami shape in question has multiple names across different cultures and contexts.
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benjamin_rose_author
Fri Nov 01 2024
One common name for it is a salt cellar, referring to its use as a small container for salt.
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GeishaWhisper
Thu Oct 31 2024
Another name is a fortune teller, as it is often folded into a shape that can be used for fortune-telling games.
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Daniela
Thu Oct 31 2024
Some people also call it a cootie catcher, a reference to a childhood game where players pretend to catch and release imaginary germs.
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lucas_taylor_teacher
Thu Oct 31 2024
Other names include "bugcatcher," suggesting its use in capturing imaginary insects, and "chatterbox," implying a playful and lively nature.
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