Spanish word

cultivar

Pronunciation

IPA/kultiˈβaɾ/

Meaning

  • verbgrow

Example

Quiero cultivar flores en el balcón.

I want to grow flowers on the balcony.

Illustration for cultivar (grow)

More examples

Intento cultivar una amistad con mis nuevos vecinos.

I am trying to cultivate a friendship with my new neighbors.

Core concept

Rows of vegetables growing in a tended garden bed.

Common phrases

  • cultivar una amistad

    cultivate a friendship

  • cultivar buenos hábitos

    cultivate good habits

  • cultivar flores

    grow flowers

Similar words

sembrar: Sows seeds into soil to start growth.
plantar: Sets seedlings into the soil to establish plants.
regar: Applies water to plants.
cuidar: Looks after plants, checking their health and doing upkeep.

Definition in Spanish

Sembrar y atender plantas o cultivos para que crezcan, realizando tareas como regar y abonar.

Word origin

Derived from Latin cultivāre meaning 'to till', built on colere which means 'to cultivate or care for the land'.

Usage tips

  • When talking about hobbies or small projects, name the plant or place to keep the conversation natural, for example '¿Qué cultivas en el balcón?'

Other meanings

  • tillverb

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