Bitlingan (en. Germination)
/bitˈliŋan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of seeds growing into a new plant.
The germination of seeds begins with their placement in the soil.
Ang bitlingan ng mga buto ay nagsisimula sa pagkakalagay ng mga ito sa lupa.
The state of a seed turning into a young plant.
Under the right temperature and humidity, germination occurs rapidly.
Sa tamang temperatura at kahalumigmigan, ang bitlingan ay mabilis na nangyayari.
The beginning of a plant's life from a seed.
Seeds need water to facilitate germination.
Mahigpit na kailangan ng tubig ang mga buto upang mapadali ang bitlingan.
Etymology
Tagalog word derived from the root 'bitlig' meaning the ascent of water.
Common Phrases and Expressions
germination of seeds
the process of seeds growing into a new plant
bitlingan ng mga buto
Related Words
seed
The part of a plant that develops into roots, stems, or leaves.
butong
plant
The entirety of plant types, from small grasses to tall trees.
halaman
Slang Meanings
like having a lot of money
Mark is so rich, he’s like a money fountain with all his cash.
Ang yaman ni Mark, parang bitlingan sa dami ng pera niya.
due to excessive joy or happiness
Her smile was like a money fountain when she saw the gift.
Bitlingan na ang ngiti niya nang makita ang regalo.