A1 noun Neutro #3,288 mais comum

plant

/plænt/

A living thing that grows in the earth and has a stem, leaves, and roots. In the context of a home, it often refers to greenery kept in pots for decoration.

Exemplos

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1

I need to water my plant every morning.

I have to give water to my green living thing every day.

2

The office environment is improved by the presence of a large plant.

A big green organism makes the workplace feel better.

3

Check out this cool plant I got for my bedroom!

Look at this nice green thing I bought for my room.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
plant
Verb
plant
Adjetivo
planted
Relacionado
planter
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Dica de memorização

Visualize a 'P'lant in a 'P'ot. The word starts with 'P', just like 'Pot'.

Quiz rápido

I bought a beautiful green ___ for my new apartment.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: plant

Exemplos

1

I need to water my plant every morning.

everyday

I have to give water to my green living thing every day.

2

The office environment is improved by the presence of a large plant.

formal

A big green organism makes the workplace feel better.

3

Check out this cool plant I got for my bedroom!

informal

Look at this nice green thing I bought for my room.

4

A typical plant converts sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

academic

A green organism changes light into food using a natural process.

5

We should include a maintenance fee for the lobby plant in the budget.

business

We need to pay for someone to look after the decorative greenery in the entrance.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
plant
Verb
plant
Adjetivo
planted
Relacionado
planter

Colocações comuns

indoor plant a plant that lives inside a house
water the plant to give a plant water so it grows
pot a plant to put a plant into a container with soil
potted plant a plant that is growing in a pot
plant pot a container used for growing a plant

Frases Comuns

to plant a seed

to put a seed in the ground; to start an idea

house plant

a plant grown indoors for decoration

power plant

a building where electricity is produced

Frequentemente confundido com

plant vs flower

A flower is specifically the colored part of a plant; a plant is the whole organism.

plant vs weed

A weed is simply a plant that is growing in a place where it is not wanted.

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Notas de uso

Use 'plant' as a general term for anything green that grows from the soil. In a home context, it almost always refers to decorative greenery like ferns or small trees.

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Erros comuns

Learners often call every plant a 'flower', but if the plant does not have colorful petals, you should just call it a 'plant'.

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Dica de memorização

Visualize a 'P'lant in a 'P'ot. The word starts with 'P', just like 'Pot'.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Latin 'planta', which meant a sprout, shoot, or a cutting.

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun: one plant, two plants. Usually used with 'the' or 'a' in singular form. Can be used as a collective noun (plant life).
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Contexto cultural

In many cultures, giving a potted plant is a traditional gift for someone who has just moved into a new home.

Quiz rápido

I bought a beautiful green ___ for my new apartment.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: plant

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wire

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toilet

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attic

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An attic is a room or space located directly under the roof of a house. It is commonly used for storing old things or can be turned into a small extra bedroom.

hallway

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A long, narrow passage inside a building that connects different rooms. It is used for walking from one part of a house, school, or office to another.

mattress

A1

A mattress is a large, thick pad used for sleeping on, typically placed on top of a bed frame. It is designed to provide support and comfort to the body using materials like foam, springs, or air.

pillow

A1

A pillow is a soft, rectangular object used to support the head while sleeping or resting. It usually consists of a fabric bag filled with soft materials like feathers, foam, or synthetic fibers.

sheet

A1

A large, thin, rectangular piece of cloth used on a bed to keep the sleeper comfortable and the mattress clean. It can also refer to a flat piece of paper or a thin layer of any material like metal or ice.

cabinet

A1

A cabinet is a piece of furniture with shelves or drawers, often featuring doors, used for storing or displaying items. It is commonly found in rooms like the kitchen, bathroom, or office to keep things organized and out of sight.

refrigerator

A1

A large electric appliance used to keep food and drinks cold so they stay fresh for a longer period. It is a fundamental piece of kitchen equipment that prevents spoilage by maintaining a low temperature.

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