Planta (en. Plant)
/ˈplanta/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Part of an object or structure that is in contact with the ground.
The tabletop is made of wood.
La planta de la mesa es de madera.
Drawing or graphic representation of a building or place from a top view.
The architect showed the floor plan of the new building to the investors.
El arquitecto mostró la planta del nuevo edificio a los inversionistas.
Living organism of the plant kingdom that develops from a seed or is part of a larger plant being.
The floor plan of the house is beautiful and always has flowers.
La planta de la casa es hermosa y siempre tiene flores.
Etymology
From Latin 'planta', which means 'flat' or 'sole', and refers to the act of planting.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ground floor
The floor of a building that is at ground level.
planta baja
production plant
Facility where products are manufactured.
planta de producción
testimonial document
Document that contains data or evidence about a testimony.
planta testimonial
Related Words
planting
Action of planting plants in a plot of land.
plantación
plantologist
Specialist in the study of plants.
plantólogo
replant
To plant something again in another place.
replantar
Slang Meanings
Refers to a person who is in a place and does not have a defined occupation.
That guy is a plant, he is just watching.
Ese chico es una planta, solo está mirando.
In a party context, someone who remains seated and does not participate.
Don't be a plant, come dance with us.
No seas planta, ven a bailar con nosotros.