Semilya (en. Seed)

se-mil-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A seed is a part of a plant that contains seeds and is used for reproduction.
The corn seeds were planted to produce new crops.
Ang mga semilya ng mais ay itinanim upang makabuo ng bagong tanim.
The seed also refers to seeds used in agriculture.
He bought seeds for his garden.
Bumili siya ng semilya para sa kanyang gulayan.
In a broader sense, the seed can refer to any type of plant seed.
There are many types of seeds that can be planted in the soil.
Maraming uri ng semilya na maaaring itanim sa lupa.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'semilla' meaning seed.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to plant seeds
The act of transferring seeds to the soil to grow.
magtanim ng semilya

Related Words

germination
Demonstration of various types of seeds and their sprouting processes.
bagtas
planting area
A place where seeds are harvested or where they are planted.
taniman

Slang Meanings

sperm
I don't want sperm in my food!
Ayoko ng semilya sa aking pagkain!
seed
Let's talk about the seed of a new idea.
Pag-usapan natin ang semilya ng bagong ideya.