Maseta (en. Flower pot)

/ma'seta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A container commonly used for planting plants.
He planted a flower in the pot in his yard.
Nagtanim siya ng bulaklak sa maseta sa kanyang bakuran.
Can be used as decoration or furnishings in the home.
The pot adds life to the room.
Ang maseta ay nagbibigay ng buhay sa loob ng silid.
Usually made of clay, ceramic, or plastic.
He looked for a ceramic pot for his plants.
Naghanap siya ng masetang gawa sa ceramic para sa kanyang mga halaman.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'maceta' meaning 'pot' or 'container'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

plant pot
A type of pot specifically used for plants.
maseta ng halaman

Related Words

to plant
The process of placing seeds or plants in soil or a pot.
magtanim
flower
A plant that has colorful petals, often placed in a pot.
bulaklak

Slang Meanings

Woke up feeling like I didn't sleep.
I feel maseta last night, it's hard to get up!
Parang maseta ako kagabi, ang hirap bumangon!
Always falling asleep in class or meetings.
That person is maseta again in class, not listening again.
Maseta na naman 'yan sa klase, wala na namang nakinig.