The steps to make an origami tiger are as follows:

1. Prepare a square piece of origami paper. Fold the bottom of the paper upwards, and then fold the paper on both sides toward the center to form the tiger's tail. Then, fold the two sides of the paper in half along the center line to form the tiger's limbs. Next, fold the top half of the paper down in half, leaving a section for the tiger's head.

2. You can see that the basic shape of the tiger has begun to take shape. Next, it’s time to work on the details. Fold the two corners of the paper upward to form the tiger's ears. Then, use a pen to draw the tiger's eyes, nose, and mouth to make it more realistic.

3. In order to make the tiger look more vivid, you can use scissors to cut out some stripes on the paper tiger to increase the three-dimensional effect of the tiger. Remember, these stripes should not be so deep that they cut the paper.

4. Adjust the tiger’s limbs and tail according to your own preferences, and a cute tiger origami work is completed. If you want the tiger to be more dynamic, add some color to the origami paper.

The origin of the paper tiger:

The paper tiger originated in the Tang Dynasty. At that time, people used paper to paste on the tiger skin to make a simple paper tiger toy, which was used for children's toys or masks. Later, the paper tiger gradually evolved into a folk art and cultural symbol and was widely used in various folk activities and performances.

The image of a paper tiger is usually a big tiger, but unlike a real tiger, the proportions of its body and head are exaggerated. The body appears puffy and the head appears puffy. Cartoon characteristics. The image of the paper tiger often gives people a cute and honest feeling, which makes it a favorite cultural image.

In traditional Chinese culture, paper tigers are endowed with meanings such as warding off evil spirits, eliminating disasters, and praying for blessings. In some places, people make paper tigers and put them at home or wear them on their bodies to keep their families safe and healthy. In addition, paper tigers are also used in various folk performances, such as lion dance, dragon dance, etc., as props or decorations.

In addition to traditional Chinese culture, paper tigers are also widely used in other cultures. For example, in traditional Japanese culture, the paper tiger is regarded as a symbol that can bring good luck and strength, and is called the Fukusuke Tiger or Fukusukehu. In American culture, paper tigers are used in children's games and are called Tiger Paper, a foldable toy.