germination
Germination is the process where a seed starts to grow into a new plant. It happens when the seed has enough water, the right temperature, and oxygen.
Exemplos
3 de 5We are waiting for the germination of the sunflower seeds in our garden.
We are waiting for the sunflower seeds to start growing in our garden.
The researchers recorded the exact time of germination for each specimen.
The scientists wrote down the exact time each seed started growing.
I'm so happy to see the germination starting in my little pot!
I am glad to see my seeds are finally growing in the pot!
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'Germ' (a tiny thing) creating a 'Nation' of plants. It is the birth of a plant.
Quiz rápido
The farmer was happy to see the _______ of his corn seeds after the rain.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: germination
Exemplos
We are waiting for the germination of the sunflower seeds in our garden.
everydayWe are waiting for the sunflower seeds to start growing in our garden.
The researchers recorded the exact time of germination for each specimen.
formalThe scientists wrote down the exact time each seed started growing.
I'm so happy to see the germination starting in my little pot!
informalI am glad to see my seeds are finally growing in the pot!
Optimal soil conditions are necessary to trigger the germination process.
academicThe soil must be very good for the seed to start growing.
This project represents the germination of a much larger corporate strategy.
businessThis project is the beginning of a bigger plan for the company.
Família de palavras
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
the germination of an idea
the very beginning of a new thought or plan
germination stage
the first step of plant growth
failed germination
when a seed does not start growing
Frequentemente confundido com
Pollination is moving pollen between flowers; germination is a seed starting to grow.
Growth is the whole process of getting bigger; germination is specifically the moment it starts.
Notas de uso
Use 'germination' when talking about the specific moment a seed wakes up and sprouts. You can also use it metaphorically for the birth of an idea.
Erros comuns
Learners often use 'growing' when 'germination' is more precise for the very first sprout. Avoid using it for animals or humans; it is specifically for plants and ideas.
Dica de memorização
Think of a 'Germ' (a tiny thing) creating a 'Nation' of plants. It is the birth of a plant.
Origem da palavra
From the Latin word 'germinatio', which comes from 'germinare', meaning 'to sprout' or 'to bud'.
Padrões gramaticais
Contexto cultural
In many cultures, germination is a symbol of hope, new beginnings, and the arrival of spring.
Quiz rápido
The farmer was happy to see the _______ of his corn seeds after the rain.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: germination
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