Magtanim (en. To plant)

/magtânim/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of placing seeds or seedlings in the ground for growth.
You should plant vegetables in the backyard.
Magtanim ka ng mga gulay sa likod ng bahay.
The process of farming or nurturing plants.
They will plant corn next month.
Magtatanim sila ng mais sa susunod na buwan.
The act of sowing to reap the fruits or harvest in the future.
You should plant early for a quicker harvest.
Dapat magtanim ng maaga upang mas mabilis ang ani.

Etymology

Root word: tanim

Common Phrases and Expressions

planting is no joke
The process of planting is difficult and requires perseverance.
magtanim ay di biro

Related Words

seed
The seed or seedling that is planted to grow.
tanim
harvest
The fruit or result of the planted crops.
ani

Slang Meanings

to plant knowledge
We need to plant knowledge for our future.
Kailangan tayong magtanim ng kaalaman para sa ating kinabukasan.
to harbor anger
Don't harbor anger, it's better to just forget what happened.
Huwag kang magtanim ng galit, mas mabuting kalimutan na lang ang nangyari.
to plant jealousy
Don't plant jealousy in your relationship, it won't solve the problem.
Huwag kang magtanim ng panibugho sa iyong relasyon, hindi ito makakalutas ng problema.