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"Plant" in Spanish: planta
la planta
A plant is la planta (PLAHN-tah). It is feminine: la planta. Regar la planta means to water the plant. Plural is las plantas.
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How to pronounce planta
Say it
PLAHN-tah
/ˈplan.ta/
PLAHN-tah. Stress PLAHN. Soft p. Soft final a. Say planta in two beats.
"Plant" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la planta | the plant Garden or houseplant. | Garden or houseplant. |
| las plantas | the plants Plural. | Plural. |
| regar la planta | to water the plant Care routine. | Care routine. |
| planta de interior | indoor plant Home décor. | Home décor. |
How to use planta in real life
- 1Apartment
Riego la planta cada viernes.
I water the plant every Friday.
La planta.
- 2Market
Compro una planta pequeña.
I buy a small plant.
Una planta.
- 3Balcony
Las plantas necesitan sol.
The plants need sun.
Las plantas.
Mistakes English speakers make with planta
Incorrect: El planta está seca.
Correct: La planta está seca.
Planta is feminine: la planta.
Incorrect: Riego el planta.
Correct: Riego la planta.
Use la planta as object.
Good to know
Balconies fill with plantas in many cities. Planta also means floor of a building; plant context is clear. Say primera planta for first floor.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Buying a houseplant
ChatPal
¿Quieres esa planta verde?
Do you want that green plant?
You
Sí. La planta cabe en mi mesa.
Yes. The plant fits on my table.
ChatPal
Riega la planta poco, no mucho.
Water the plant a little, not a lot.
You
Entendido. Gracias.
Got it. Thanks.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Plant" in Spanish
Is planta feminine?
Yes: la planta, las plantas.
Does planta only mean plant?
No. Planta can also mean a building floor.
How do you pronounce planta?
PLAHN-tah with stress on PLAHN.
How do I say water the plant?
Regar la planta.
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