plants
word · lemma: plant
/ˈpɫænts/
plants
/plˈænts/
plahts
Definition
Living things that grow in the ground or in water, such as flowers, grass, and trees. They usually need light, water, and air to live.
Usage & Nuances
Usually a plural noun for living greenery: 'houseplants', 'garden plants'. Don't confuse it with the verb 'plant' meaning to put something in the ground. 'Plant' can also mean a factory in other contexts, but that is a different meaning.
Spanish: plantasPortuguese (BR): plantasPortuguese (PT): plantasChinese (Simplified): 植物Chinese (Traditional): 植物Hindi: पौधेArabic: نباتاتBengali: গাছপালাRussian: растенияJapanese: 植物Vietnamese: cây - thực vậtKorean: 식물Turkish: bitkilerUrdu: پودےIndonesian: tanaman
Example Sentences
Some plants grow very fast.
basic
I have three plants in my room.
basic
These plants need water every day.
basic
I bought a few plants to make the apartment feel more alive.
natural
My mom knows exactly where to put plants so they get enough light.
natural
If you travel a lot, get plants that are easy to take care of.
natural