Tagtanim (en. Planting)

tag-ta-nim

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of putting seeds or plants in the ground to grow.
He planted vegetables in his garden.
Nagtanim siya ng mga gulay sa kanyang hardin.
The process of propagating plants by planting.
We plant flowers every spring.
Nagtatanim kami ng mga bulaklak tuwing tagsibol.
Conducting the care and growth of plants.
He loves to plant orchids.
Mahilig siyang magtanim ng mga orchid.

Etymology

Tagalog origin, from 'tanim' meaning to plant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

planting hope
Having faith or hope for a better future.
nagtatanim ng pag-asa

Related Words

magsasaka
People who plant crops for a living.
farmers
garden
A place where plants or vegetables are kept.
hardin

Slang Meanings

To plant vegetables or fruits, often used in casual conversation.
Dude, I planted tomatoes in the backyard, it's so fun!
Dude, nagtagtanim ako ng tomatoes sa likod bahay, ang saya!
To plant thoughts or ideas in others, such as expressing ideologies or opinions that leave an impression.
He is being planted with political ideas from his friend.
Pinagtataniman kasi siya ng polikal na ideya ng kaibigan niya.